Assistant Accountant

This charity manages over 5,000 acres of parkland and historic spaces in London, attracting millions of visitors annually

Role Overview

This charity manages over 5,000 acres of parkland and historic spaces in London, attracting millions of visitors annually.

Benefits

• Salary: £32,666 - £36,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus study support
• 26 days' annual leave (increasing to 29 days after 3 years)
• Pension scheme (3% employee contribution; up to 10% employer contribution)
• Hybrid working options
• Private medical insurance and healthcare cash plan
• Employee assistance program and access to mental health support
• Learning and development opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme

As an Assistant Accountant, you will support the financial health of the organization by assisting with financial reporting, compliance activities, and accounts management, including:

Key Responsibilities:
Assist with annual statutory accounts and VAT reporting
Perform balance sheet reconciliations
Support accounts payable and receivable
Manage cash activities
Update Fixed Asset and Grant Registers
Code invoices and raise purchase orders
Suggest improvements to finance processes

To qualify for the role, you should have:

Experience in a small to medium-sized finance team
Basic understanding of double-entry bookkeeping
A quick learning approach to new systems
Relevant qualifications (finance/accounting degree, AAT, or part-qualified ACA/ACCA) or equivalent experience