Accounting Assistant

Payroll Officer - JKS Head Office Salary - up to £45,000 per annum Schedule - Full Time Experience - Previous experience as a Payroll Officer/ Assistant within Hospitality JKS Restaurants are seeking a Payroll Officer to join their team. The successful candidate will be friendly, personable and passionate about all things food and drink. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Payroll Officer looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group. The Role Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Payroll Officer will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of payroll processing, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency so every employee gets paid correctly and in a timely manner. This role requires strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of payroll principles, and exceptional attention to detail. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in payroll administration, hospitality experience and excellent communication skills. Key Responsibilities: Payroll Processing Execute end-to-end monthly payroll processing. Ensure all payroll changes in salaries and tronc are up to date. Prepare and analyse tronc notes and spreadsheets. Assist with end of payroll reporting. Process court orders and make corresponding deductions. Ensure accurate recording and management of holidays and absences. Reporting and Analysis Ensure rotas are completed on a weekly basis and help prepare weekly staff costs reports. Reconcile monthly payroll to weekly rotas, providing analysis behind the variances to the Finance Team for monthly management reporting. Report to management on payroll issues and changes. Prepare and maintain monthly tronc reports. Liaise with HR and Operations teams regarding any ad hoc payroll changes and deductions. Ensure accurate generation of reports such as P60s, P45s, etc. Audit and Reconciliation Work with the Financial Controller to first design and implement, then conduct regular internal audits to ensure accuracy in payroll records. Reconcile discrepancies and collaborate with relevant departments to resolve issues promptly. Compliance Management Ensure statutory payments are processed correctly and compliance with all payroll tax regulations. Stay up-to-date on UK payroll and tax law changes. Help implement the new tronc legislation policy and assist with monthly reports and queries from employees. Assist with preparation of P11Ds. Assist with ONS surveys and HMRC queries. Maintain compliance with National Minimum Wage Legislation. Maintain records to comply with auditors and government legislation. Communication and Support Serve as the key point of contact for payroll-related queries from employees. Offer managers guidance and assistance in understanding payroll policies and procedures. Administer S4 and Paycircle HR and Payroll systems. Liaise with external providers to maintain positive relationships The ideal candidate will have: Proven experience as Payroll Officer/ Assistant or similar role in hospitality. In-depth knowledge of payroll processes, regulations and compliance standards. Essential understanding of HR policies and processes related to Payroll. Great attention to detail and able to maintain high level of accuracy in their work. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Proficient Excel skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments. High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Location: North London (25 minutes from Kings Cross, near Tottenham Hale Station) Hours: Full-time, on-site, Monday to Friday A growing North London-based business is seeking a proactive Financial Controller to oversee its UK and US financial operations, support strategic decision-making, and play a key role in its continued success. Role Overview You’ll lead a finance team of six, ensuring accurate financial management across entities in multiple jurisdictions. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who combines strong technical accounting knowledge with commercial acumen. Key Responsibilities - Finance Operations: Manage all daily accounting activities, AP/AR, payroll, invoicing, inventory, and general ledger. - Strategic Insight: Work with senior leadership to provide financial insight and recommendations. - Compliance & Reporting: Ensure timely statutory reporting, tax submissions, and audit preparation. - Systems Oversight: Drive improvements in the ERP system (Microsoft D365 F&O) and manage software licensing. - Commercial Oversight: Review pricing regularly and ensure contracts meet updated requirements. - Cash Flow: Manage cash forecasting, multi-currency transactions, and banking relationships. Must-Haves - Fully qualified (CIMA/ACCA). - Experience leading finance teams and managing multi-entity operations. - Proficient in ERP systems (ideally Microsoft D365 F&O). - Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. - Strong communicator with experience liaising with global stakeholders. Nice-to-Haves - Knowledge of US payroll/tax. - Experience with multi-currency finance operations. - Interest in working within a growing, hands-on environment.

We are seeking a meticulous and organised Loan Administrator to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in managing loan applications, ensuring that all documentation is processed accurately and efficiently. This position requires strong administrative skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities Process loan applications and maintain accurate records of all transactions. Conduct data entry tasks with precision, ensuring that all information is up-to-date and correctly filed. Utilise QuickBooks for financial tracking and reporting as needed. Provide exceptional phone etiquette when communicating with clients, addressing inquiries, and resolving issues promptly. Assist in the preparation of loan documentation and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Maintain an organised office environment, managing files and documents effectively. Collaborate with team members to streamline administrative processes and improve efficiency. Use Google Suite for document creation, spreadsheets, and presentations as required. Perform clerical duties such as typing correspondence, filing documents, and handling office supplies. Qualifications Proven experience in an administrative role, preferably within the financial services sector. Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively. Proficiency in data entry and familiarity with QuickBooks is advantageous. Excellent phone etiquette and communication skills, both written and verbal. Competence in using Google Suite applications (Docs, Sheets, Drive) for daily tasks. Attention to detail with a commitment to maintaining high standards of accuracy in all work produced. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a collaborative environment. If you are passionate about providing excellent administrative support within the loan processing sector and possess the necessary skills outlined above, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Loan Administrator. Job Type: Full-time Pay: £27,000.00-£30,000.00 per year Schedule: Monday to Friday Language: English (preferred) Work Location: In person, office based Mayfair

We're seeking a reliable and experienced bookkeeper to manage our business accounts. Tasks include maintaining financial records, reconciling sales and expenses, preparing VAT returns, and ensuring everything is ready for our accountant. Experience with Xero and e-commerce platforms like Shopify and Etsy is a plus. Flexible hours, remote work possible.

Salary: £34,000 – £40,000 Contract length: Permanent The London Irish Centre is seeking to appoint a Finance Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the Finance team, broadening your experience in Charity accounting, management accounts, grants reporting and commercial accounting, as well as overseeing Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. This role is unusually varied and broad with the opportunity to develop further. You will be a part or fully qualified accountant with exceptional Excel, Systems and Accounting experience. You will be a self-starter, with a high level of initiative and problem-solving skills and you thrive in a very varied financial environment. Additionally, you will also be incredibly well organised, a very fast learner with great analytical and mathematical skills who is also comfortable dealing with lots of stakeholders across the organisation, internally and externally. Please note that this is primarily an on-site role with occasional evening working and a degree of flexibility will be required as you will be supporting services and events that are delivered onsite in Camden NW1. HOW TO APPLY The details in the job description and person specification should be addressed in a one-page cover letter. Upload your CV and cover letter. Please also ensure that you answer ALL of the questions as part of the application process. Please note that the final question is a multiple choice selection – please select ALL of the options that are relevant to you. Closing date: 9am, Tuesday, 22 April 2025 (applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and will be actively interviewing before this date. We reserve the right to close applications before this date) ***We respectfully request no contact from recruitment agencies*** INTERVIEW AND SELECTION PROCESS Round 1 will be a short online test and informal discussion via Teams lasting around 20 minutes. Round 2 will be an exercise and interview which will take place at The London Irish Centre, 50-52 Camden Square, Camden, London NW1 9XB. The exercise will allow you to showcase your excel skills, financial knowledge/experience and technical ability. JOB DETAILS AND DESCRIPTION Job Title:Finance Manager Reporting to:CFO Responsible for:Finance Assistant Salary:£34,000 – £40,000 per annum Office location:Camden Square, NW1Days:5 days (flexibility required) Contract type:Permanent JOB PURPOSE The Finance Manager has an essential role to play in both helping to make the London Irish Centre a great place to work and volunteer as well as supporting LIC’s services to deliver on their ambitions. This is a key role within the Finance team with a varied brief to deliver financial services across the organisation. About You You are a results-driven finance professional with a strong background in accounting, Excel, and financial systems, bringing a high level of expertise to the role. You are highly organised and adept at managing multiple priorities, ensuring deadlines are consistently met without compromising quality. With excellent interpersonal and communication skills, you are comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels, translating complex financial data into clear insights for diverse audiences across the organisation. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating the ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution, while fostering a collaborative and supportive team atmosphere. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES - Transactional Accounting Take ownership of and oversee the entire Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes – from processing invoices to payment run or credit control Accounting for other income and expenditure, such as donations, ticket sales, bar income, and expense claims Payroll / administration Maintain accurate financial records - Reporting Managing cash, banking, credit cards, bank reconciliation, cashflow and assisting with treasury management Prepare month-end and management accounts. Monitoring budget performance, identifying and investigating variances Reconciliation and analysis of financial and non-financial data Balance sheet reconciliation Reporting on various Grants - Finance Business Partnering Assist in the development of annual budgets and financial plans. Liaising with other teams/departments across the charity and providing financial support, assistance and training. Working with various systems and databases (such as ticketing, booking, donations and case management software) - Compliance Prepare and file VAT Returns (Partial exemption) Ensure compliance with financial regulations, company policies, and audit requirements. Prepare documentation for audits and liaise with auditors to ensure accurate reporting - Other tasks and duties Any other tasks and duties at the direction of the line manager. This job description is a guide to the nature of the work required of the postholder. It is not wholly comprehensive or restrictive and may be reviewed as required. Employee Benefits Enhanced annual leave – 26 days plus bank holidays (increase to 27days after 5 years of service pro rata). Enhanced sick pay – 4 weeks of contractual hours on full pay after completion of probationary period pro-rata* Enhanced maternity and adoption leave pay* Cycle to Work Scheme* Tech Scheme* Eyesight tests and contribution to corrective glasses* Jury Duty leave pay* Employee Assistance Programme. Complimentary tickets to select events. 50% discount on LIC education courses (subject to availability). 20% discount at the LIC shop and 10% discount at the LIC bar. Mindfulness app membership* *Only available to staff on contracts of a minimum of 12 months LONDON IRISH CENTRE – OUR SIX CORE VALUES At the London Irish Centre we strive to be: Welcoming Compassionate Inclusive Creative Community-centred Sustainable The London Irish Centre is an equal opportunities employer. We actively encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to equality and diversity within our workforce. Please note our offices have some barriers to access, which is one of the core missions that our redevelopment will overcome.

Job Title: Accounts Payable Assistant Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract (6 months) Team: Finance Reports to: Finance Director Location: Office-based Salary: Up to £32,000 About White Cube: White Cube was set up by Jay Jopling in 1993 as a project room for contemporary art. The gallery has since grown into one of the most influential commercial galleries in the world, representing internationally renowned artists such as Georg Baselitz, Tracey Emin, Antony Gormley, Mona Hatoum, Anselm Kiefer, Liu Wei, Park Seo Bo, Doris Salcedo and Jeff Wall. White Cube’s exhibition programme extends across locations in London, Hong Kong, Paris, New York, Seoul and online. Since its inception in 1993, the gallery has exhibited the work of many of the world’s most highly acclaimed contemporary artists. Role Overview: We are looking for an Accounts Payable Assistant to join the Finance team on a 6-month fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will support the day-to-day accounts payable processes, ensuring timely and accurate management of invoices, expenses, and supplier payments. The role requires someone who can manage a high-volume workload efficiently while maintaining accuracy and strong attention to detail. You will play a key role in ensuring that supplier relationships remain strong and that financial records are well-maintained for compliance and reporting. Key Responsibilities: • Receive, review, and process supplier invoices and employee expenses using Concur, Compleat, and Sage. • Ensure invoices are correctly coded, authorised, and entered into the accounting system. • Match invoices to purchase orders where applicable. • Verify inventory details for artwork-related invoices and ensure costs are accurately posted. • Check for missing information, such as artwork references, and follow up as necessary. • Prepare weekly payment runs and ensure all payments are made accurately and on time. • Reconcile supplier statements and promptly resolve any discrepancies. • Maintain positive relationships with suppliers and respond professionally to queries. • Approve and process invoices under set thresholds. • Review and process employee expense claims, ensuring they align with company policies and travel guidelines. • Ensure all receipts are itemised and correctly coded before final approval. • Assist in maintaining and improving the expense management system (Concur). • Perform weekly reconciliations for bank accounts across multiple entities and currencies. • Cross-check that payments and receipts are correctly posted in the system. • Update currency exchange rates for relevant accounts. • Ensure supplier and expense data remains up-to-date and accurate. • Reconcile VAT statements with paid invoices and support international VAT reporting requirements. • Maintain organised and complete records for audits and compliance purposes. • Monitor the finance email inbox, ensuring all queries are addressed or allocated promptly. • Assist with adding suppliers and maintaining codes in the financial systems. • Provide support to the wider Finance team as required, including training staff on processes. Skills and Experience: • Previous experience in an Accounts Payable role is essential. • Proficiency with financial systems such as Concur, Compleat, and Sage. • Excellent attention to detail with a high level of accuracy. • Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise workload and manage tight deadlines. • Demonstrated ability to process a high volume of transactions efficiently and effectively. • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for liaising with internal teams and external suppliers. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team. • Experience in handling international VAT and multi-currency accounts is a plus.

We’re Hiring a Bookkeeper & Accountant! Our company is expanding, and we’re looking for a highly skilled Bookkeeper and Accountant to join our team. This is not your average role – we need someone sharp, experienced, and confident in their ability to manage our finances with precision and discretion. The Role • Bookkeeper & Accountant: You’ll be handling our financial records, ensuring accuracy, and keeping everything running smoothly. • Confidentiality is Key: We’re a private business, and our financial data is strictly confidential – you must understand the importance of discretion. • Fast-Paced Environment: Our business moves quickly, and you’ll need to keep up, stay organized, and be proactive in managing accounts. What We’re Looking For • Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field • Proven experience in bookkeeping & accounting – we need someone who knows their numbers inside out • Confidence in handling accounts independently, without constant supervision • A strong understanding of financial reporting, tax compliance, and business finance • Someone who is detail-oriented, highly organized, and efficient • A professional who values integrity, accuracy, and confidentiality Why us? • Competitive salary – we pay for talent • A dynamic and growing business with long-term opportunities • A supportive but results-driven environment If you’re ready to take on a role where your expertise is valued, and you can make a real impact, we want to hear from you. Apply now and be part of our success.