Accounting Assistant

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Infinity Brands Limited is the owner of the Scriveiner London pen brand. In 2023, the company won a host of awards, including being ranked 30th in the Sunday Times list of fastest growing privately owned companies in the UK, as well as winning the UK’s most prestigious business award, the King’s Award for Enterprise.

As well as being available on multiple online channels, Scriveiner pens are also available in more than 900 Office Depot stores in the USA, where we outsell the biggest pen brands in the world by more than 2:1.

### **Job Summary:**

The Accounting Assistant will support the finance department by performing a variety of accounting, bookkeeping, and financial tasks. This role ensures accurate financial record-keeping, timely transaction processing, and adherence to financial policies and procedures.

### **Key Responsibilities:**

### **1. Financial Transactions**

- Record day-to-day financial transactions in the accounting system.
- Assist in processing accounts payable and accounts receivable.
- Ensure proper documentation and authorization of invoices, receipts, and payments.

### **2. Reconciliation and Reporting**

- Perform bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
- Assist in reconciling vendor statements and resolving discrepancies.
- Generate financial reports, such as profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports.

### **3. Auditing and Compliance**

- Help prepare documentation for internal and external audits.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and relevant financial regulations.

### **4. Data Management**

- Maintain organized and up-to-date financial records, both digital and physical.
- Ensure the accuracy and integrity of accounting data.

### **5. Communication and Collaboration**

- Collaborate with other departments to resolve financial issues or discrepancies.
- Communicate with vendors and clients regarding payments and invoices.

### **6. Miscellaneous Tasks**

- Provide administrative support to the accounting team as needed.
- Participate in special projects and ad-hoc financial analyses.

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### **Qualifications:**

### **Education and Experience:**

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (preferred).
- 1–2 years of experience in accounting or bookkeeping roles (preferred).

### **Skills and Competencies:**

- Strong understanding of basic accounting principles.
- Proficiency in Xero or any accounting software
- Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.

### **Personal Attributes:**

- Team player with a proactive attitude.
- Trustworthy with the ability to handle confidential information.
- Analytical mindset with problem-solving abilities.

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