Accounts Assistant

1 month ago


Horsham, United Kingdom Schroders Full time

Job Vacancy: Accounts Assistant

About Benchmark

At Benchmark, we take pride in our award-winning, proprietary solutions that encompass regulatory, platform, and investment services. Our aim is to provide tailored support for advisers at every stage of their career journey. We empower high-quality advisers with cutting-edge technology and support services, helping them to build, streamline, expand, and effectively monetise their financial advice enterprises.

Through our Financial Advice business, we also assist families in securing solutions that meet their needs and aspirations, fostering peace of mind. By offering superior solutions, we partner with families to help them achieve and surpass their goals.

Client-centricity and delivering positive outcomes are central to our operations at Benchmark. We are committed to the principles of Treating Customers Fairly, ensuring that we advocate for all our clients, with a particular focus on those who may be more at risk.

Location

This role is based at our Schroders Campus near Horsham in West Sussex. Renowned for its high standards and international reputation, our campus offers a unique workspace set in the tranquil countryside, away from the hustle and bustle of city life. You will have access to state-of-the-art hardware and software support, along with modern amenities including an on-site restaurant, coffee shop, and gym. We also provide a dedicated shuttle bus service from Horsham's main line train station for our commuting staff.

Role Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

Efficiently receive, input, and file invoices. Handle the import and reconciliation of bank statements. Manage credit control of the sales ledger and address related queries. Monitor debtors and creditors. Aid in generating payment and BACS files for the bank. Process employee expenses and credit card transactions, including reconciliation and ledger entries. Support post-acquisition novation of suppliers and other components. Assist with accruals, prepayments, and journal entries. Perform ad-hoc reporting, reconciliation, archiving, and administrative tasks to support the accounting team. Assist with audits and the resolution of discrepancies. Conduct batch reconciliations between the Enable CRM system and Xero accounting software.

Necessary Qualifications, Knowledge, and Experience

Strong written communication skills. Proficient computer skills with experience in bookkeeping software, particularly Xero. Excellent time management and organisational abilities. Familiarity with basic accounting principles. Proficiency in MS Excel, including skills to utilise VLOOKUP, SUMIFS, and Pivot tables. Experience in the financial services industry is advantageous.

Person Specification

We are looking for an individual who:

Possesses excellent interpersonal skills. Demonstrates professionalism and a strong ethical code. Is capable of multitasking while maintaining enthusiasm and optimism. Commits to delivering efficient and accurate work. Advocates for the principles of Treating Customers Fairly, recognising their duty of care towards clients.

We recognise potential, whoever you are.

Our purpose is to provide excellent investment performance to clients through active management. Diversity of thought facilitated by an inclusive culture will allow us to make better decisions and better achieve our purpose. This is why inclusion and diversity are a strategic priority for us and why we are an equal opportunities employer: you are welcome here regardless of your age, disability, gender identity, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, or any other protected characteristics.


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