An exciting opportunity for an entry-level Accounts Assistant to support this busy team based in a high-profile not-for-profit organisation. Working in this membership organisation you will maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records in the cashbook and nominal ledger for the receipt of income from membership subscriptions. Report and monitor compliance with the organisations' financial controls, policies, and procedures.

• Reporting to the Finance Manager
• Be the first point of contact for the team
• Cross-check the daily "rough sheets"
• Scan the cheques and ensure that the cheques and cash are banked daily.
• Post the receipts to the recording system, download and reconcile the daily report, then calculate the VAT splits
• Enter appropriate nominal accounts in the accounting system.
• Liaise with the Registration and other departments to resolve queries.
• Prepare accounts up to trial balance and any account reconciliations if requested by the Finance Manager from time to time.

Job Criteria

• Previous experience of working within an accounts department is preferred
• Advanced Microsoft Excel Skills
• An interest to build a career in accounts
• An excellent team player
• Keen to learn and develop your accounting skills
• Good communication skills

Salary: £23,000

Location: Central London

Due to daily banking, this role will be based in the office