Assistant Accountant
About the Role
Are you an aspiring accountant looking to grow your career? We're seeking a detail–oriented and proactive Assistant Accountant to join the Finance team of a leading manufacturing business based in West London.
Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, Accounting & IT, this role offers an excellent opportunity for professional development.
Key Responsibilities
* Accounts Processing: Record payments, receipts, and daily transactions in SAP ERP (FICO module).
* Ledger Maintenance: Keep bank ledgers up to date and perform monthly bank reconciliations.
* Accounts Payable & Receivable: Process AP invoices (purchases & OPEX) and manage cash collection activities.
* Master Data Management: Maintain accurate records for products, vendors, and customers.
* Month–End & Reporting: Assist with month–end, quarter–end, and year–end closings and prepare balance sheet & P&L variance analysis.
* Revenue & Intercompany Reconciliation: Ensure accurate revenue recognition and reconcile intercompany balances.
* Cash & Credit Management: Monitor weekly cash positions, prepare payment runs, and manage credit control & outstanding balances.
Additional Responsibilities
* Support projects led by the GL Accountant.
* Participate in finance team meetings and collaborate across departments.
* Provide prompt and professional responses to accounting queries.
What We're Looking For
* Part–qualified (ACCA / CIMA).
* 3–5 years of accounting & finance experience.
* Strong knowledge of SAP ERP (FICO module) and advanced Excel skills.
* Highly organised, detail–oriented, and proactive.
* Strong communication & interpersonal skills, thriving in a multicultural team.
* Adaptable with a problem–solving mindset and a willingness to take on diverse responsibilities.
PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.
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