This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing team who seek to breathe new life into outdated spaces across London at scale. We transform run-down buildings into thriving hubs of innovation. We listen to the needs of our customers - all types of companies, start-ups, charities & makers and ensure we deliver them a space which reflects their values & culture, promotes productivity while also being more affordable than most options out there. About the Role Due to the rapid growth of the company, an enthusiastic candidate is needed to support and enhance the financial management of this exciting business. The aim of the role is to accurately and successfully manage the administrative and bookkeeping tasks of the business, removing the need for day to day hands-on involvement by the CEO and COO. This is a new role which offers a great opportunity for an organised individual to get involved at an Interesting stage in the journey of this exciting company. The successful candidate will start as soon as possible and report to the Consultant Finance Director/CEO. Responsibilities The successful candidate will be working directly with the Consultant Finance Director, and with the help of an administrative assistant, to establish efficient finance and administration systems. Key tasks that will be tackled will include (but not be limited to) the following: Finance management Work with the MD to improve existing and to establish new routines and controls; Work with the Commercial Director to establish a new system for monitoring project costs; Credit control; Purchase Ledger and resolution of associated queries; Bank Reconciliations and cash management; Manage Payment Run; Assist in preparation and submission of monthly VAT returns, ensuring compliance with VAT regulations; Attend meetings with senior management where necessary; Manage expense reclaims. Office administration Manage office admin and office facilities including relocation issues; Manage HR paperwork and be first point of call on all staff issues; Manage pension and staff benefits admin; Ad-hoc office management tasks. Additional work as required Play a full part in the team to help address the needs of the business as they arise Offer constructive solutions to problems and issues, or opportunities, as they arise Undertake additional relevant additional tasks when requested to do so from time to time Requirements & Education The successful candidate should have extensive accounting experience with the maturity and confidence to manage all areas of office and HR administration as well as a busy bookkeeping role. It is likely that the candidate will have qualified by experience or have an AAT qualification. Knowledge, skills, experience and aptitude required Sales Ledger and Credit Control; Purchase Ledger and Bank Reconciliation experience and facility with excel spreadsheets essential; Experience with standard accounting packages - Xero desirable; High levels of confidentiality, numeracy, accuracy and attention to detail; Good communication skills, a professional and a courteous manner; Good organisational skills and the ability to use own initiative; Ability to think creatively and solve problems; Team player, detail oriented and organized, with strong time management; Strong numerical and analytical skills; Excellent written and presentation skills. Terms This is envisaged as a full-time role although part-time and/or flexible working would be considered for the right candidate. Salary is competitive in line with experience. We support diversity in the workplace and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, race, colour, religion or any other discriminatory criteria.