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Assistant Accountant

location: City of London, London

practice area: Accountancy and Finance

job type: permanent

salary: £40,000.00 - £45,000.00 per annum Study support package

сonsultant: Leanne McCullough

date posted: 24/08/2026

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We are partnering with a well-established events business delivering high-quality experiences, to recruit a proactive Assistant Accountant.

This role offers broad exposure across financial reporting, event finance, and operational support, making it well-suited to someone looking to develop their career in a dynamic environment.

You will contribute to the accuracy of financial information, support key processes such as month-end, and work closely with operational teams to ensure financial performance is effectively monitored.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee the end-to-end accounts payable and receivable processes, including billing, credit control and reconciliations.
  • Manage daily banking, treasury and intra-group reconciliations.
  • Support month-end close, management accounts, forecasting and long-term planning.
  • Assist with statutory accounts, audit and Group reporting.
  • Liaise with internal teams to resolve financial queries and ensure accurate, timely reporting.
  • Support HR administration, including absence and employee benefits.

Candidate Profile

  • Part-qualified (AAT, ACCA, CIMA, or ACA) or actively studying
  • Strong understanding of core accounting principles
  • Previous experience in a fast-paced or project-based environment is desirable
  • Proficient in Excel and familiar with accounting systems
  • Strong attention to detail with good analytical skills
  • Proactive, organised, and able to manage multiple priorities

This role offers an excellent opportunity for a developing finance professional to gain hands-on experience across a broad range of accounting and commercial activities within the events industry. Study support can be provided, in addition to a generous holiday allowance, BUPA healthcare and flexible working.

We're interviewing this week, so please apply with your CV today!


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