Junior Accountant at Give A Grad A Go

Competitive starting salary of £30,000 – £32,000 DOE

23 days of annual leave in addition to bank holidays

Study leave to support your professional development

Looking for Junior Accountant jobs, Graduate Management Accountant roles, or jobs in Asset Management in London? Want to kick-start your career in Accounting and Finance? This fantastic new Junior Accountant job in London could be the one for you – apply today!

Company Profile – Asset Management Firm

This position would be suitable for a graduate of Accounting who has 1 year+ of experience.

In this Junior Accountant position in London, you will be joining a reputable Asset Management company, who delivers world class asset management, public and private fund products, and financial advisory services to clients. Established in 2002, the firm also has a longstanding mission to attract, excite, develop, and retain exceptional people, which directly reflects on the service and attention delivered to their clients.

This firm is committed to identifying and investing in growth companies with a particular, although not exclusive focus on the “Lifestyle” sectors of media, creative, and leisure, financials services, consumer products, and energy resources. They also oversee a number of managed accounts for high-net-worth individuals, trusts, and family offices.

This expert team possesses experience in private equity, private placements, mergers and acquisitions (buy and sell side, and cross-border), advisory on Initial Public Offerings, hedge and private equity fund structuring, debt arrangement, and asset allocation investment strategies.

Job description – Junior Accountant

This impressive Asset Management firm are looking for a Junior Accountant to join their expert team. You will be responsible for assisting in day-to-day accounting operations, cash flow forecasting, financial management, VAT filing, confirmation statement filing, and assisting with statutory account preparation and audit for our portfolio companies, and Investment Funds.

This is an excellent opportunity to become an integral part of a dynamic team with brilliant opportunities for growth and development.

Key responsibilities – Junior Accountant

In this Junior Accounting job, your responsibilities will include:

Assist in day-to-day management accounting operations, including budgeting, financial reporting, and analysis.

Assist in the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements, cash flow forecasts, and management reports.

Conduct variance analysis and provide insights on financial performance to aid in decision-making.

Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure adherence to financial policies and procedures.

Manage relationships and interactions with third-party vendors, suppliers, and clients.

Utilize Xero software to maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.

Assist in filing of VAT returns and ensure compliance with VAT regulations.

Assist with the preparation and filing of confirmation statements.

Support the preparation of statutory accounts and coordinate with auditors during the audit process.

Stay updated with industry trends and regulations to ensure compliance.

Job requirements – Junior Accountant

Minimum of 1 years’ experience in day-to-day management accounting

Studying towards accounting qualifications (ideally ACCA)

Proficiency in using Xero software is highly desirable

Familiarity with VAT filing, confirmation statement filing, and statutory account preparation

Strong work ethic and a proactive attitude; confident working independently in a fast-paced environment

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact with colleagues and external parties

You must have the right to work in the UK

Benefits of the job – Junior Accountant

A competitive starting salary of £30,000 – £32,000 depending on experience level

Support for Accounting Qualifications

23 days of annual leave in addition to bank holidays

Fantastic office location in Mayfair, London. Hybrid working model with 3 days in the office per week

Nest Pension scheme

Medical insurance coverage

Study leave to support your professional development

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Chance to work in a collaborative and supportive team environment

Occasional opportunities to travel

Looking for Graduate Management Accountant jobs, Junior Accounting roles, or jobs in Asset Management in London? Want to develop your career in Accounting and Finance? This fantastic new Junior Accountant job in London could be the one for you – apply today!

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