Graduate - Accounting Opportunity

Posted 11 May 2018
Salary £25000 - £30000 per annum + study support
Location
Job type Permanent
Discipline Accounting & Finance
ReferenceCMGR-1105_1526036044
Contact NameCelia Matkins

Job description

As a result of growth and expansion of the business an exciting opportunity has arisen working within a small Finance team covering the London, New York, Sydney and Dubai offices, the team are looking to hire a Finance and Accounting Graduate with some accounting experience.

The role will be based in central London office, however occasional UK and International travel may be required to fulfil role. The normal working week will be Monday - Friday; 09:00 - 17:30.

Responsibilities

  • Maintenance of the Purchase Ledger;
  • Processing staff expense claims, ensuring compliance with internal guidelines and accurate coding;
  • Weekly reconciliations of bank accounts;
  • Preparation and posting of Journals;
  • Maintenance of the fixed asset register
  • Dealing with prepayments and accruals
  • Preparation of accounts up to the Trial Balance stage
  • Assistance with annual audit
  • General administration

The above list is not exhaustive and the job holder is required to undertake such duties as may be reasonably required within the scope of the role.

Requirements

  • Demonstrable double-entry knowledge within an Account setting
  • Knowledge of accounting software (Sage 50, Quickbooks)
  • Working knowledge of MS Office including advanced Excel skills
  • Ability to understand complex problems
  • Deadline driven
  • Ability to report results concisely and effectively
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritise workload
  • Accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of work
  • Ability to pick up new skills and knowledge quickly
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Comfortable dealing with people at all levels within a company
  • Customer focused
  • Self-started
  • Experience of working in teams