Accountant
Location: London, UKContract Type: Contract Position (12 Months, Extendable)
Start Date: ASAP
Work Pattern: Monday - Friday (Hybrid Working)
IR35 Status: Inside IR35
Purpose
We are seeking an Accountant to support the Accounting Manager in ensuring the accurate and timely recording of financial transactions, with a particular focus on Accounts Receivable, invoicing, cash management, balance sheet and P&L reconciliations, Accounts Payable, and other relevant month-end close activities.
The successful candidate will maintain strong financial controls, support reporting requirements, and ensure compliance with internal policies and accounting standards. This role requires a proactive individual who can operate effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the end-to-end Accounts Receivable process, including invoicing, collections, customer account reconciliations, and monitoring overdue balances.
- Assist with cash flow monitoring and working capital management.
- Assist with the preparation of revenue accruals and monthly reconciliations.
- Assist with the Accounts Payable process, including supplier invoice processing, payment runs, vendor account reconciliations, and resolution of invoice discrepancies.
- Assist with intercompany accounting and reconciliations.
- Support month-end, quarterly, and year-end closing activities.
- Support statutory audits and provide required documentation to internal and external auditors.
- Ensure accounting records are complete, accurate, and compliant with company policies.
- Provide support to other teams across the organization as required.
Requirements
- Several years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a holding or investment company (target 3-4 years).
- Experience with SAP and advanced Excel skills preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
- Team-oriented with strong interpersonal skills.
- Proactive and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with others both internally and externally to achieve goals.