Accounting Assistant

Job Title: Practice Accountant Location: Hybrid Working Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: to be discussed Reference ID: Practice Accountant – BensA-Hybrid About Us We are seeking a skilled multilingual Accountant to join our team. The ideal candidate should have experience of handling Accounts, Tax and Compliance of UK businesses, the candidate should be well versed with Accounting and Compliance in the UK (prior UAE/Middle East experience an added advantage), the candidate will be responsible for managing clients financial records, reports, and ensuring compliance with HMRC, Companies House, and other regulations in the UK. Key Responsibilities: - Manage portfolio of clients delivering bookkeeping and tax services. - Manage independently the clients from onboarding, delivery and advisory. - Statutory and non-statutory accounts preparation. - Corporation tax, self-assessment, and tax returns including VAT returns. - Payroll management, PAYE, and CIS compliance. - Manage new client onboarding and fee quotations. - Develop and maintain strong client relationships with regular meetings and correspondence. - Address client and team queries on tax and accounting matters. - Update with relevant legislative updates on HMRC/Companies House, PAYE, and CIS. - Contribute to internal process improvement and practice software systems. - Collaborate effectively with colleagues and support junior staff and senior management. - Develop and maintain strong client relationships with regular meetings and correspondence. What We’re Looking For - Qualifications: ACCA or ACA qualified (essential) - Experience: Minimum 2 years with a UK accounting practice. - Strong knowledge of FRS, tax, and other UK regulatory requirements. - Prior experience of Middle East region would be added advantage. - Excellent communication skills—both verbal and written. - Highly organised with an initiative-taking approach to task prioritisation and time management. - Available and approachable. - Strong attention to detail and analytical skills. - Proficient in cloud accounting software (e.g. Xero, QuickBooks, Zoho Books and FreeAgent); IRIS experience is an advantage. - Confident, professional, and committed to excellence - Adhere to Bens ways of working, culture, and approach. Benefits - Competitive salary: Will be discussed. - Opportunities for professional growth and career development. - Collaborative and supportive team culture. Monday to Friday. Hybrid Role (flexible). If you are a ACCA/ACA or of similar qualification, and have at least 2 years of experience with an accounting practice handling UK based clients? Apply now and be part of a growing, ambitious firm where your voice matters.

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

About Us We are a results-driven marketing agency providing clients with actionable insights and data-backed strategies. As part of our growth, we’re looking for a skilled Finance Executive to take ownership of financial operations, reporting, and strategic planning. This is a key role in helping our team and clients make informed business decisions based on financial data and performance metrics. Key Responsibilities - Manage day-to-day financial operations including accounts payable, receivable, and cash flow tracking - Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and statements - Oversee budgeting and forecasting activities, ensuring accuracy and alignment with company goals - Monitor key financial indicators and provide variance analysis - Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders (e.g., auditors, vendors, clients) - Ensure compliance with relevant tax laws, financial regulations, and internal policies - Support decision-making through financial modelling and business analysis - Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and controls ** What We’re Looking For** - Solid experience in a finance or accounting role (1–3 years preferred) - Strong knowledge of financial principles, reporting, and forecasting - Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets; experience with accounting software is a plus (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks) - Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical thinking - Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines - Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field preferred What We Offer - A collaborative, fast-paced work environment - Opportunity to work on financial planning across a variety of clients and campaigns - Career development, skill training, and room for internal progression - Exposure to a cross-functional team in a growing digital agency - Flexible work arrangements (remote/hybrid depending on role and location) If you are ready to take the next step in your finance career and contribute to a growing team, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and let’s grow together.

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Sales Assistant to support our sales team and ensure a seamless customer experience. In this role, you’ll be responsible for assisting with client communications, processing orders, managing inquiries, and providing exceptional service throughout the sales cycle. You’ll play a key part in maintaining strong client relationships and helping the team meet sales goals.

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 have major contracts to manage overall Accounting and Bookkeeping systems for numerous clients with multiple sites in the UK. Financial Administrators will manage day to day accounting, carry out record keeping, upload data to accountancy software and prepare reports. Account management and financial planning will remain with clients and our chartered accountants. Accounts reconciliation and analysis / Maintaining Financial Reporting Calendar / Dispute Resolution / Supplier and Customer Invoicing and Payroll admin will be the main day to day duties. Full training and supervision by senior management.