Finance Assistant - Investigo : Job Details

Finance Assistantup to £35k depending on experienceStudy SupportHybrid workingWest London

My client, a leading Luxury Retail brand is looking for a fun and energetic Accounts Payable/Finance Assistant to join their Finance team. The role is to manage the accounts payable and receivable functions and would suit someone who is looking for their next role in finance, who has strong desire to learn and improve processes. Please email a copy of your CV to

Responsibilities will include:

Timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices to correct nominal accounts.Setting up payments for supplier invoices and matching/closing open invoices.Ensuring all invoices are approved according to company procedures and uploaded to the system.Posting wholesale customer invoicesChasing Wholesale receivables and matching/closing cash receipts.Managing the GRNI report (Goods Received Not Invoiced) and working with the merchandising team to adjust price queries between PO and Stock Invoices.Monthly Debtors and Creditors list analysis - reviewing and explaining outstanding and aging balances.Ensuring all credit card expenditure is posted to the system and account reconciled.Reconciling the company expense system to accounting system and ensuring all receipts have been processed and approved.Building relationship with suppliers and internal departments.Managing the accounts mailboxHelping with other financial tasks such as bank account reconciliations, E-Commerce proceeds reconciliations, and Wholesale reconciliations.Support the annual audit process.Follow financial policies, procedures and controls that conform to generally accepted accounting principles and meet regulatory requirements.

Candidate Specification:

1-2 years experience within an Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable Assistant roleDegree or equivalent qualification in Finance is preferable but not a mustWillingness to learn with a "can-do" attitudeUnderstanding of debits and creditsAccurate, logical, and concise approach to their workThe ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt quickly to changeProficient user of Excel (vlookups, sumifs, pivot tables, etc)Excellent organisation, writing & communication skillsManages own time and prioritises workload effectivelyThe spirit to work well in a team and thrive under pressure