Assistant Accountant

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom.

📋 Description

• Assist the Financial Controller with day-to-day, monthly, and yearly accounting activities.

• Ensure that payments are executed promptly.

• Finalize month-end procedures according to the month-end close checklist.

• Collaborate with the external provider for accurate monthly payroll processing.

• Work with audit partners to facilitate the completion of annual audits.

• Oversee the sales ledger and manage credit control.

• Conduct bank reconciliations.

• Manage invoice payments processing.

• Reconcile company credit card transactions.

• Handle the purchase ledger, including invoices and expenses.

• Administer monthly payroll and oversee the pension scheme.

• Perform balance sheet reconciliations.

• Coordinate with external bookkeepers and auditors.

• Assist in the preparation of quarterly and annual returns, such as VAT and National Statistics.

• Execute month-end postings and conduct variance analysis.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 2 years of experience in Sales & Purchase ledger.

• AAT Qualified or partially qualified CIMA/ACCA or equivalent (completed Certificate in Business Accounting/Applied Knowledge).

• Strong numeracy skills with proficiency in Google Sheets/Excel.

• Excellent analytical abilities and business acumen.

• Eagerness to excel in a dynamic, startup environment.

• Previous accounting experience, preferably in a payables role.

• Eligibility to work in the United Kingdom.

• Successful completion of pre-employment checks, including verification of unspent criminal convictions and employment history.

• Familiarity with Xero, Paycaptain & Moss (optional).

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible Working Hours & Remote-First Environment — Work when and where you’re most productive, with flexibility and support.

• Comprehensive BUPA Health Insurance — Stay covered with top-tier medical care for your peace of mind.

• £1,000 Annual Wellness and Learning Budget — Prioritise your health, well-being, and learning needs with funds for fitness, mental health, and more.

• Monthly Wellbeing and Learning Day — Take every last Friday of the month off to recharge or learn something new, up to you.

• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays + 1 Extra Cultural Day — Enjoy generous time off to rest, travel, or celebrate what matters to you.

• Mental Health Support via Spill — Access professional mental health services when you need them.

• Aviva Pension Scheme — Plan for the future with our pension program.

• Ravelin Gives Back — Join monthly charitable donations and volunteer opportunities to make a positive impact.

• Fortnightly Randomised Team Lunches — Connect with teammates from across the company over in-person or remote lunches every other week on us!

• Cycle-to-Work Scheme — Save on commuting costs while staying active.

• BorrowMyDoggy Access — Love dogs? Spend time with a furry friend through this unique perk.

• Weekly Board Game Nights & Social Budget — Unwind with weekly board games or plan your own socials, supported by a company budget.