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