Assistant Accountant

Job Title:        Assistant Accountant

Job Type:       12 months (Fixed Term Contract)

Hours:            Full time - flexible to  4 days per week

Location:        City of London

Salary:            Competitive (plus excellent benefits)

About the Mercers’ Company

The Mercers’ Company is a Livery Company of the City of London. With a rich history dating back over 700 years, it is focussed on being a philanthropic force for good and philanthropy is at the core of its past, present and future.

The Role

The Company is looking to recruit an Assistant Accountant to support the Finance team to prepare the property management accounts and support the successful delivery of the Company’s Management Accounting.  Key responsibilities include:

• Assist in the preparation of quarterly property accounts
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of transactions
• Support the finance team in budgeting and forecasting activities
• Maintain and reconcile credit card statements
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the finance department

This role offers an exciting opportunity to join a small team who deliver quality financial information in a major philanthropic organisation

The Candidate

• Qualifications: Part-qualified or newly qualified ACCA/CIMA.
• Experience: Background in an accountancy role within either a commercial or charitable setting.
• Skills:
  • Proficient in management and financial reporting
  • Ability to analyse data, write and present reports
  • Excellent IT and communication skills
  • Experienced reconciliation of payroll
  • Strong interpersonal skills, focus, and adaptability
  • Willingness to learn and improve processes
• Desirable Skills: Experience in payroll reconciliation, MRI/Qube, and MS Teams.

To apply

Please send your CV and covering letter outlining why you are suitable to: by 9 am Monday12 August 2024. If you would like to have an informal conversation before applying, please contact a member of the HR Team on /11.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating a diverse environment.