Accounts Officer with 1+ years of experience in an accounting and/or finance role to support the day-to-day finance function and assist with accurate and timely financial reporting to join our Accounts team within a fast-paced retail environment.

Our Accounts function is dynamic and continuously evolving, with a strong focus on process improvement, streamlining workflows, automation and finding better ways of working. Alongside core accounting responsibilities, the team works closely with other departments to support margin management, budgeting and financial analysis, providing meaningful financial insights to support business decisions.

The role will report directly to the Accounts Manager and work closely with the wider Accounts and Finance team, our retail stores and other departments across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Perform bank reconciliations and support cash handling and reconciliation processes.
Manage and reconcile debtor and creditor accounts.
Assist with budgeting, monitoring expenditure and variance analysis.
Prepare and / or assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts.
Process and review accounting transactions, ensuring records are complete and accurate.
Assist with month-end procedures and financial reporting.
Support audit requirements and maintain appropriate accounting documentation.
Work closely with our retail stores on cash-related queries, reconciliations and day-to-day finance matters.
Support the coordination of cash and coin collections and deliveries across the business.
Liaise with banks on day-to-day queries and support banking communication and relationship management.
Ensure accounting practices are aligned with applicable IFRS standards and internal procedures.

Requirements

Minimum 1 year of experience in an accounting and / or finance role.
Good understanding of accounting principles and IFRS standards.
Currently studying towards ACCA or already ACCA qualified would be considered an advantage.
Strong attention to detail and reconciliation skills.
Good Excel skills and experience using accounting software.
Experience with Xero Accounting Software, ApprovalMax, Syft Reporting and Power BI would be considered an advantage.
A proactive and hands-on approach, with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to take initiative.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
A team player who works well with colleagues across different departments and locations.
Organised, reliable and comfortable working to deadlines.

Accounts Officer / Accounts Executive

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