Trainee Accountant

Posted 26 February 2021
Salary £20000 - £25000 per annum + study support
LocationLondon
Job type Permanent
Discipline Accounting & Finance
ReferenceCMTA2602_1614324275
Contact NameCelia Matkins

Job description

Our client, a prestigious investment firm in Mayfair, are looking to recruit a Trainee Accountant on a permanent basis.This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic highly driven and motivated individual to join a market leading group. This role will provide ample learning and development opportunities for a confident self-starter. The role is ideal for someone who is looking towards studying an accountancy qualification.
To be selected for interview, you must come from a top ranked university with strong a level results.


Role

  • Run the purchase ledger function including:
    • Coding and Posting of AP Invoices Via SAP/SAP Concur
    • Payment of invoices via BACs Payment
    • Managing suppliers
    • Dealing with queries
  • Run the staff expenses function including:
    • Administration of Digital Expense Process
    • Reviewing and Processing Expense Claims on a monthly basis via SAP Concur
    • Management of Executive Assistant Team to ensure expenses deadlines are kept
  • Monthly Review of Employee's Travel
  • Administering Petty Cash for employee travel
  • Provide weekly and monthly cash flow reporting for the group and monitor cash balances
  • Weekly bank postings
  • This role has regular interaction with senior people within the firm, including the Co-CEO and Managing Directors so candidates should carry themselves professionally

Skills/Experience

  • First Class or 2:1 Degree Russell Group University in Accountancy, Economics, Finance etc.
  • Strong A level results (A*-B)
  • Up to one years accounting experience within FS - not essential
  • Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills
  • Understanding of basic double entry and interest in accountancy
  • Ability to manage time efficiently and meet deadlines
  • Attention to detail
  • Inquisitive mind/Eager to learn

Package

  • Competitive market salary
  • Fully discretionary annual bonus
  • Private health care and dental
  • Life assurance
  • Pension
  • Financial support for accounting training and paid study leave