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Finance Associate

Travel Trade Recruitment

London

Hybrid

GBP 30,000

Part time

24 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Part Time Finance Associate to join their dynamic team in London. In this role, you will manage accounting procedures, ensuring compliance and smooth operations within a vibrant travel company. Your responsibilities will include handling accounts payable and receivable, data entry, and maintaining accurate financial records using tools like Xero and Salesforce. If you have a passion for travel and experience in the hospitality sector, this is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a thriving team. Join a company that values detail-oriented professionals and offers a flexible work environment.

Qualifications

  • Experience in Accounts Payable and bookkeeping is essential.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

  • Manage sales and cost ledgers, including reconciliation.
  • Communicate with suppliers and internal teams effectively.

Skills

Accounts Payable
Bookkeeping
Microsoft Office
Excel
Attention to Detail
Communication Skills
Xero Software

Tools

Xero
Salesforce

Job description

We are currently seeking a Part Time Finance Associate to join a travel company in London. You will be working within a team to ensure smooth running of accounting procedures, processes, and compliance. If you have experience in the travel or hospitality sector, we would love to hear from you.

The Job:

  • Email inbox and communication (accounts mainly to post invoices, respond to queries, and ensure efficient communication).
  • Communicating with suppliers, liaising with the Design and all team members, where relevant, alongside external stakeholders for any queries.
  • Full ownership of sales and cost ledgers, including reconciliation of ledgers and aged debtors (AP, AR & Bank).
  • Data entry, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable, alongside other invoices, deposits, and credit notes, etc.
  • Sales invoice cancellations.
  • Update supplier details in Xero and bank accounts.
  • Preparing of weekly Payment runs.
  • Bank Reconciliation.
  • Aged Payables and Receivables Reconciliations, including producing aged debtors' reports.
  • Project Codes and ensuring that all records are recorded accurately.
  • Input information from Salesforce into Xero and ensure accurate processing.
  • Allocate project codes to AP/AR invoices.
  • Company Credit card entry and reconciliation to be carried out.
  • Keeping to deadlines and self-auditing process.

Skills Required:

  • Previous experience within Accounts Payable and/or bookkeeping is essential.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office programs and software, especially Excel.
  • Proven track record of attention to detail, with high demands and high performance.
  • Passion for travel, experiences, restaurants, and 5* hotels.
  • A visible dress code, style, and the ability to represent within the industry as an ambassador.
  • Ability to communicate accurately and effectively in verbal and written English.
  • Honesty and discretion when handling confidential information.
  • Experience with Xero software is preferred.

The Package:

  • Salary: £30,000
  • Official Hours: Monday to Thursday 9-5.30 pm, and any additional hours and days as required by your role (may include some time at weekends).
  • Hybrid

Interested?

  • If you would like to apply for the above vacancy, please click 'APPLY' or email your CV to helen@traveltraderecruitment.co.uk.
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