Assistant Accountant – Sports (CIMA/ACCA)

About the role

We are seeking a part‑qualified CIMA or ACCA professional to join our fast‑growing sports and entertainment business as an Assistant Accountant. Based in Central London, you will work four days a week on‑site, supporting the finance team and gaining exposure to a variety of accounting tasks.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and process client invoices.
• Investigate and resolve billing queries.
• Support weekly accounts payable and tracking.
• Run and distribute weekly AR and AP reports.
• Create order numbers and customer records within SAP.
• Investigate and reallocate miscoded costs.
• Conduct ad‑hoc financial analysis.
• Provide general financial and business partnering support as required.

Required profile

• Part‑qualified ACCA or CIMA with 2‑4 years of finance experience.
• Previous experience in accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Proficiency with SAP.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to meet weekly/monthly deadlines.
• Excellent communication and IT abilities.
• Outgoing, enthusiastic and keen to develop within a sports environment.

Required skills

• SAP

What we offer

• Competitive salary of £35,000‑£40,000 per year.
• Benefits package.
• Temp‑to‑perm contract with potential permanent placement.
• Clear career progression in a dynamic sport and entertainment setting.