Vacancies

Senior Finance Assistant

Location: London, UK

Job Type: Full-time

About Accredit:
At Accredit Solutions, we give operational and security leaders the power to run their venues and events with total efficiency and control. From Premier League clubs to the NFL, from global summits to music festivals, our tech platform powers accreditation with precision, speed, and security.

Role Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join our finance team. The Finance assistant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring that all financial transactions are recorded correctly, and supporting the company’s financial operations. This role involves managing day-to-day accounting tasks, preparing financial statements, reconciling accounts, and supporting the finance team in various financial matters.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Process supplier invoices, employee expenses, and payment runs
• Match purchase orders to invoices and resolve discrepancies
• Prepare and process payment batches (BACS, cheques, bank transfers)
• Chase outstanding payments and maintain debtor records
• File and maintain supplier and customer documentation

Financial Administration

• Perform daily bank reconciliations
• Process and code financial transactions accurately
• Input data into accounting systems with accuracy
• Respond to internal and external finance queries

General Support

• Assist with month-end tasks as directed
• Support the preparation of payment schedules and reports
• Help maintain accurate financial records and filing systems
• Provide administrative support to the finance team
• Assist with ad-hoc finance projects and tasks

Essential Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent work experience)
• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in a finance or bookkeeper role
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Experience processing invoices and payments
• Good understanding of VAT treatment
• Experience with multi- currency transactions 

Technical Skills

• Good Excel skills (basic formulas, formatting, data entry)
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, Sage)
• Strong numerical and data entry skills
• Good understanding of basic bookkeeping and working to month end close

Personal Attributes

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Well-organized with good time management
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Professional and friendly communication skills
• Willingness to learn and develop
• Reliable and trustworthy
• Able to handle confidential information appropriately

Benefits Package

• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Study support for AAT or other professional qualifications
• On-the-job training and mentoring
• Opportunity for career progression
• Hybrid working

Career Development

This role provides an excellent foundation for a finance career, with opportunities to progress to Senior Finance Assistant and beyond. We actively support professional development and qualification study.

Equal Opportunity

We are passionate and committed to our people and go beyond the rhetoric of diversity and inclusion.  You will be working in an inclusive environment and be encouraged to bring your whole self to work. As a growing business, we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with.  It’s talent that matters to us, and we encourage applications from people irrespective of their gender identity, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status, or caring responsibilities.

To apply, send a copy of your CV to recruitment@accredit-solutions.com.