Location
Brixton, London
Job Type
Full-Time / Permanent
Salary
Negotiable
Experience
No previous professional experience required
Eligibility
Lambeth residents only

Important to Know

This is a Section 106 opportunity and applications are open to residents of the London Borough of Lambeth only.

About Net Zero Careers

Net Zero Careers supports opportunities that contribute to the UK’s transition to net zero, connecting local people with careers and training opportunities within the green and sustainable economy.

We are currently supporting an organisation looking for an Accounts Assistant to join their finance team in Brixton. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to start their career in finance and gain valuable practical experience within a professional environment.

About the Role

As an Accounts Assistant, you will join a small finance team and gain experience across a wide range of accounting and administrative duties.

You will work closely with the Finance Manager and support the wider team with day-to-day financial processes, while developing your knowledge and skills within a professional finance environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Register and post purchase invoices
• Reconcile company credit card receipts
• Reconcile customer accounts
• Maintain the cashbook
• Assist with credit control
• Chase overdue accounts by email
• Send monthly customer statements
• Set up and maintain client and supplier details in Xero
• Maintain project and financial information
• Produce regular and ad-hoc finance reports
• File and archive financial documents
• Provide general support to the Finance Manager and wider team
• Carry out other finance and administrative duties as required

No previous professional experience is required. This opportunity is ideal for someone who is keen to learn and develop their skills within finance.

We are looking for someone with:

• GCSE Maths at grade A–C or equivalent
• Excellent numerical skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills
• A willingness to learn and take instruction
• Good teamwork and time-management skills
• Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
• A self-motivated and proactive approach

Desirable

• A Level Maths, Accountancy or BTEC equivalent
• Previous experience with Xero
• Previous experience in an office or finance environment

Computer Skills

• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Good Excel skills
• Experience using Xero is desirable but not essential

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is motivated, organised and keen to start a career in finance.

You don’t need previous professional experience, but you should have a positive attitude, strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn. You’ll need to be comfortable working as part of a small team, taking direction and managing your workload effectively.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Lambeth resident looking to gain valuable practical experience and develop a career in finance.

Eligibility

This is a Section 106 role and applicants must be residents of the London Borough of Lambeth.

If you are a Lambeth resident looking to start your career in finance and gain valuable practical experience, we would love to hear from you.