Assistant Management Accountant

Looking for a meticulous Assistant Management Accountant to join a thriving branding agency in London. The ideal candidate should have a knack for numbers, be detail-oriented, and possess a strong understanding of accounting principles.

Client Details

Our client is a highly-respected branding agency firm based in Central London. They specialise in delivering innovative solutions to a wide range of industries and are well-known for their commitment to quality and excellence.

Description

The key responsibilities of this Assistant Management Accountant role will be:

Accounts payable

* Ensure smooth running of accounts payable process

* Process incoming invoices and credit card costs accurately and efficiently

* Raise queries as necessary, communicating clearly with suppliers and team

* Ensuring team provide receipts for all credit card transactions in time for month end

* Communicate clearly with team about queries and payments

* Twice a month payment runs, making sure Invoices and expenses are paid on time and payment

Month end

* Ensuring clients are billed in a timely manner

* Processing monthly journals & spreading income where applicable

* Chasing for and processing credit card transactions within month-end timeframes

* Regular Bank reconcilliation

* Input overhead costs by 2nd working day of month end so that they can be reviewed

* Evaluation of monthly overhead transactions for variances, changes to budget and missing costs

* Supporting FC with month end calls where possible

* Assisting with preparation and checking of month end reports

* Regularly updating balance sheet recs and correcting discrepancies

Sister companies

* Prepare & deliver timely management information key members

* Processing supplier invoices, billing clients and processing accruals on time each month

* Analysis of figures to make sure postings are correct, liaising with team to ensure updates are accounted for

* Ensure VAT returns and other statutory filings are done before deadlines (e.g. PSA, P11d, Year end accounts)

Commercial Success

* Providing the team with ad hoc reports such as client spend

* Helping to produce invoices for sister companies

* Support FC with developing the systems to better help the company

* Finding efficiencies, better ways to work and improving processes

* Good organisation of files, reports and paperwork so that team can easily locate helpful information

Profile

The successful Assistant Management Accountant should have:

• Proven experience in a similar accountancy role
• Proficiency in accounting software
• Exceptional numerical proficiency
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills
• High attention to detail

Job Offer

• A competitive salary range of up to £43,000 per year
• The opportunity to work in a vibrant location in London environment
• Professional development opportunities
• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• 25 days holiday per year (not including bank holidays
• Hybrid working