Accounts Assistant

Position Summary

Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join our team of dedicated professionals. This position will be based from our London office on a full-time basis, with potential for hybrid working following a 3-month probation. The Accounts Assistant will support the accounting team in maintaining accurate financial records for a portfolio of clients, assisting with day-to-day financial operations, and ensuring all transactions are recorded and processed efficiently.

Primary Responsibilities

Year end accounts

• Preparation of annual accounts for portfolio of clients for senior review
• Preparation of Excel working papers
• Completing reconciliation of balance sheet accounts where required
• Inputting QuickBooks Trial balances into CCH accounts production program
• Preparing notes to the accounts as appropriate based on appropriate accounting standards (FRS102 1A, FRS 105)
• Preparing accounts from incomplete records
• Preparation of draft corporation tax computations for senior review
• Liaise with business management department to resolve year end accounting queries
• Raising sales invoices as directed
• Attaching relevant supporting documents to the sales invoice – royalty statement summary sheet, VAT self-billing invoice, contract re show fees, contract re recording/publishing advances etc
• Allocated receipts against sales invoices
• Posting bill into Quick Books purchase ledger
• Attaching copy bill to Quick Books transaction
• Raising payment online with supporting payment pack for account manager review
• Saving payment pack on the server
• Run daily bank balances for the account manager
• Reconciling bank accounts at least on a monthly basis
• Posting petty cash and tour manager floats
• Reconciling formally to cash on hand on a monthly basis
• Posting and reconciling intercompany accounts on QB in local currencies
• Revaluating foreign currency balances at month end
• Assisting with the preparation of VAT returns, management accounts, tour accounts, and annual accounts
• Assisting with gathering information with personal and corporate tax returns

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required; accounting background is not mandatory
• Open to recent graduates and high school graduates
• Candidates who have started, or plan to start, ACCA are encouraged to apply
• AAT studies (completed or in progress) are preferred for more junior-level candidates
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written (in person, phone, and email)
• Demonstrates a sense of urgency and ability to prioritize effectively
•  Highly detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy
• Solid interpersonal skills and other key soft skills (i.e., communication, time management, emotional intelligence, adaptability, active listening, critical-thinking, etc.)

Actual base pay could vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, subject matter expertise, geographic location where work will be performed, and the applicant's skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include an annual bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. Candidate information, including education and work experience, is verified upon an offer of employment. Falsification of application information may be grounds for denying employment.

Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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About Focus Financial Partners

Focus is a leading financial services firm comprised of integrated wealth management, family office, and business management services. Blending deep expertise and expansive resources with a boutique, client-first fiduciary philosophy, Focus helps individuals, families, and institutions navigate complex financial situations with highly personalized solutions tailored to their unique needs. To learn more about Focus, visit www.focusfinancialpartners.com or follow the company on LinkedIn.

Focus is an equal opportunity employer and bases its employment decisions on the employee or candidate’s skillset, and without regard to an employee or candidate’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state and/or federal law. 

Focus complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact careers@focuspartners.com.

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