Accounts Assistant

MILLER GROUP; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading (re)insurance firm based in London is looking for an Accounts Assistant to join their Finance team. This role involves managing financial transactions, maintaining records, and preparing trial balances. The ideal candidate will be studying towards an AAT qualification and possess knowledge of company accounting procedures. The company offers a 10% pension contribution, generous annual leave, and a supportive work environment that values inclusivity.

Benefits

10% pension contribution

25 days annual leave

Critical Illness cover

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of company accounting and payment procedures.
• Knowledge of compliance policies and procedures.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support the finance function by processing financial transactions.
• Maintain financial records and assist with reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly trial balances and handle bank reconciliations.

Skills

Knowledge of Sun Systems

Effective at prioritising tasks

Organised and meticulous

Education

Studying towards or completed AAT or similar qualification

Job description

Headquartered in London, we operate internationally and at Lloyd’s. With a global team of over 1000 people and 10 international offices, we’re able to advise from Brussels to Bermuda. As an independent (re)insurance broking firm we work with intermediaries, direct insureds and reinsurers. For over 120 years we’ve been industry leaders in a variety of specialist areas.

Working here

A career with us means the freedom to flourish. Whether you’re beginning your journey or ready to make your next move you’ll find a team of talented, inspirational people who care about their work and each other.

What really sets us apart is our people. We’re a diverse range of passionate advocates for doing things differently. We work together as one team, and our aim is always the outcome that will benefit everyone.

What you’ll do

We have an exciting new opportunity for an Accounts Assistant to join our Finance team at AHJ‑Miller. The main purpose of this role is to support the finance function by ensuring accurate and timely processing of financial transactions. This position उसमें responsible for maintaining financial records, assisting with reconciliations, and providing administrative support to the finance team.

Role Responsibilities

Purchase Ledger Functions

• Input of purchase invoices onto Sun Accounts
• Preparation and distribution connected with payments
• Filing of Toscaan invoices
• Preparing debtor invoices and expenses to be reimbursed to clients
• Liaison with managers and brokers in respect of their expenses
• Responsible for incoming receipts on Sun
• Distribution of Currency Trip funds

Accountinglament Responsibilities

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• Preparing monthly trial balances
• Distribution & processing of monthly credit card statements
• Postings to accruals, prepayments and fixed assets
• Cover for Brokerage reporting
• Cover for VAT returns
• Support with preparation of Budgets
• With a view to learning to cover the role once fully integrated

Treasury and Cashiering Functions

• Monitoring and control of all bank balances including detailed cash reconciliations
• NatWest Bankline system - reports and transfers
• Bank reconciliations for all Accounts
• Monitoring sterling and currency expense account ensuring it is adequately funded
• Third Party cashiering function
• Transfer brokerage from client money to expense accounts
• Posting Deposits/Interest and Bank Charges to ledger
• IBA payments, checking and inputting
• Inland payments
Session lists - unallocated cash receipts
• Administration with B4B

Knowledge and Skills

Internal knowledge and skills

• Company accounting and payment procedures
• Compliance policies and procedures, particularly;

Technical knowledge

• Studying towards or completed AAT or similar qualification

Business Skills

• Knowledge of Sun Systems
• Effective at prioritising tasks andսկ‑multi‑tasking
• Organised, meticulous and accurate

Benefits

• 10% pension contribution from Miller. In addition, Miller will match any employee contributions up to 5%.
• Minimum of 25 days annual leave (with flexibility to buy more)
• Critical Illness cover
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity Adoption and Shared Parental Leave

Miller is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and to creating an inclusive working environment for all.

To foster greater diversity, we need an inclusive, open and supportive working environment where everyone is valued, respected and are able to meet their full potential.

At Miller, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment for all candidates.

Accounts Assistant - AHJ

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