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Accounts Assistant (FT)

Accounts Assistant:

For over 40 million people in the UK, spectacles are the first thing reached for in the morning, and the last thing taken off at night. Even the overworked smartphone can’t seize pole position. But the optical industry hasn’t changed in over three centuries. Products are tired, standards are poor, and glasses-wearers have gotten used to sub-standard experiences. The reason we exist is to change this for the better. We’re not an eyewear brand. We’re a spectacles maker. At the heart of our business are our frames - handmade from the best materials. Designed to be worn, serviced, repaired and renewed.

Our team is always looking to improve, finding new solutions that are simpler or simply better (Pioneer). They take pride in their work, doing things properly (Proud). All without ego. Humble, accessible and empathetic (For All). Equally important is building an equal and diverse workforce with the goal of building an inclusive culture with opportunities for all. If this sounds like the kind of company you want to work for, we’d love to hear from you.

The role:

Sales invoice processing and reconciliation, including day-to-day monitoring
Accounts Payable processing, including statement reconciliation, approval process and management of company expenses
Undertake BACS and foreign payment runs loading payments onto the banking platform
Bank reconciliations including intercompany bank transactions
Reconciliation and support of wholesale accounts, including liaising with customers
Maintaining effective filing of company documents and records
Supporting general company compliance and administration including payroll, statutory reporting, tax, VAT returns, turnover reporting and companies office regulations
Assisting the Finance Manager with month-end tasks including prepayments, accruals, balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries and other requirements
Managing the Finance Inbox ensuring any queries and requests are answered in a timely manner.
Managing and maintaining all utilities, rates and rent invoices for our portfolio of stores. Ensuring invoices are received, meter readings are submitted and information is up to date.

Who you are:

Well-organized, diligent and motivated approach
One to two years of accounting experience specifically covering Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
Proficient skills with excel or google sheet, word docs and presentations
Good understanding of various accounting processes and systems, specifically Xero
A proactive approach to learning with an ambition to develop their accounting career
High attention to detail within your day-to-day management
Great communication skills to be able to work with all levels of the company and external stakeholders

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