Graduate Assistant Accountant

Job description

Company

This is a globally recognised multinational corporation based in south west London. They specialise and run leading businesses in various key areas including retail, infrastructure and telecommunications serving consumers and clients worldwide.

They are looking to hire a new position as a Graduate Assistant Accountant, within their finance department. This role is a fantastic opportunity for an individual who is keen on developing their accounting career within an international organisation.

Role

Reporting into the Finance Manager, the Graduate Assistant Accountant will support on a number of key transactional and reporting duties across various entities, dealing with AP/AR and month-end.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Ensure all routine finance processing is completed accurately and to monthly deadlines
• Work with internal teams to gather data for reporting and decision-making
• Manage accounts payable, including invoices, purchase orders, and coding
• Ensure costs are recorded in the correct period
• Plan and carry out regular supplier payment runs
• Process employee expenses in line with company policy
• Build strong relationships with suppliers and resolve queries quickly
• Complete monthly bank reconciliations, petty cash and journals
• Support VAT returns and maintain accurate financial records
• Assist with process improvements, ad hoc analysis, and finance projects

Profile

The ideal candidate for this Graduate Assistant Accountant position, should have the following:

• Recent graduate (or equivalent) with 6-12 months of accounting experience in a similar role
• Experience in processing invoices and managing Accounts Payable
• Strong academic background
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• High standards of accuracy and attention to detail
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Interest in studying towards a qualification (ACCA/CIMA)

Salary & Benefits

£28,000 to £32,000 plus benefits:

• Study support package
• Company bonus scheme
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Hybrid working - 3 days in office
• Company mobile
• Excellent career development opportunities
• Regular socials and seasonal events

The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.

Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

£30,000 Per Month

Published at

07-05-2026

Profession type

Accountancy

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English