Assistant Accountant

About the role

We are seeking an Assistant Accountant to join the Head Office Finance Team of a long‑established hospitality business operating 200 franchise stores nationwide. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will support daily financial operations and help ensure accurate month‑end reporting.

Key responsibilities

• Perform daily bank reconciliations.
• Prepare and post monthly accruals and pre‑payments.
• Assist with month‑end reporting to ensure timely and accurate delivery.
• Prepare general ledger journal entries with supporting documentation.
• Forecast income and expenditure and contribute to cash‑flow forecasts.
• Carry out ad‑hoc finance duties as required.

Required profile

• Part‑qualified accounting professional (e.g., CIMA or ACCA) – not essential.
• Experience working with accounting processes in a commercial environment.

Required skills

• Advanced Excel.
• Experience with Sage accounting software.

What we offer

• Competitive salary of £30‑35k per annum.
• Subsidised lunches and pension scheme.
• Modern, brand‑new offices in Wembley with a supportive team culture.
• Full‑time, Monday‑Friday, 9 am‑6 pm onsite role.