Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant – Temporary (2–3 Months)

Working Arrangement: Full-time, office-based

A leading London-based investment and advisory organisation is seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant to join its finance team on a temporary basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with strong accounts payable and corporate accounts administration experience to support a busy, high-performing finance function.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, the Accounts Assistant will play a key role in supporting day-to-day financial operations across multiple group entities. The successful candidate will be involved in accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and liaising with external accountants.

• Accounts Payable:
• Entering and coding invoices
• Managing system workflow approvals
• Processing payments via banking platforms
• Reviewing and submitting items for authorisation
• Employee Expenses:
• Reviewing staff expense claims
• Processing payments
• Raising recharges where necessary
• External Accountant Liaison:
• Providing AP/AR invoices, bank statements, and correspondence (for VAT returns)
• Monthly Recharges:
• Preparing recharge invoices from management companies to relevant entities
• Accounts Receivable:
• Raising invoices for group companies
• Recording payment receipts
• Bank Reconciliations:
• Completing monthly reconciliations across several group bank accounts
• Team Collaboration:
• Working closely with the global finance team on intra-group recharges and aligned processes

• Part-qualified Accountant (AAT, ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent
• 5–10 years relevant accounting experience
• Intermediate Excel skills
• Experience using financial systems (Yardi preferred but not essential)
• Proactive, solutions-focused approach with strong problem-solving ability

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Accounts Assistant looking for an immediate temporary assignment, please get in touch today.