About the Business
We are a fast-growing e-commerce business operating in the health supplements space. With a strong focus on quality, compliance, and customer experience, we work with global suppliers and multiple sales channels. As the business scales, we are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to support the day-to-day finance function.
The Role
The Accounts Assistant will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of our finance operations. This is a hands-on role covering supplier payments, banking, reconciliations, and general finance support. You'll work closely with the Management Accountant and wider team, supporting accurate financial reporting and efficient processes.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Payable & Supplier Management
* Review purchase invoice postings
* Prepare and execute supplier payments (domestic and international)
* Reconcile supplier statements and resolve invoice/payment queries
* Maintain up-to-date supplier records
Banking & Reconciliations
* Perform daily/weekly bank reconciliations across multiple accounts
* Reconcile payment gateways (e.g. Shopify, Stripe, PayPal, Amazon)
* Monitor cash balances and flag discrepancies or issues
* Credit card reconciliations helping drive efficiencies across our various platforms
General Accounting Support
* Support month-end close processes
* Assist with audit and year-end requests
* Handle ad hoc finance requests from the wider business
Process & Systems
* Help improve finance processes and controls as the business scales
* Maintain accurate records within the accounting system
* Support integration between e-commerce platforms and accounting software
Skills & Experience
Essential
* Previous experience in an accounts assistant / finance assistant role
* Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
* Comfortable working with banking platforms and reconciliations
* Confident using Excel / Google Sheets
* Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Desirable
* Experience in e-commerce, DTC, or FMCG businesses
* Familiarity with accounting software (e.g. Xero, Odoo)
* Experience reconciling payment providers and marketplaces
* AAT qualification or working towards one
Personal Attributes
* Organised, proactive, and reliable
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced, growing business
* Strong communication skills and confidence dealing with suppliers
* Willing to get stuck in and help where needed
What We Offer
* Opportunity to grow with a scaling e-commerce brand
* Exposure to a broad finance role with real responsibility
* Supportive, collaborative team environment
Progression for the Right Candidate
This role offers strong development opportunities for the right candidate as the business continues to grow. With support from the Management Accountant, there will be scope to take on increased responsibility and broaden exposure across the finance function.
Over time, this could include:
* Greater involvement in month-end close and management reporting
* Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
* Taking responsibility for selected balance sheet areas
For a high performer, there is a clear pathway to progression into a Senior Accounts Assistant / Assistant Management Accountant role, with continued professional development support where appropriate.
We are committed to supporting professional development and will provide study support for relevant accounting qualifications (e.g. AAT, ACCA, or CIMA), alongside on-the-job training and mentoring.