The recruitment department of the French Chamber is acting as a recruitment agency for its over 530-member companies, one of which is currently looking for a Junior Accountant . Our client is Europe's leading winegrower producing a portfolio of prestigious international Champagne, distributed worldwide. You will be reporting directly to the Finance / Administration Manager. Key

Responsibilities:
Code and file sales and purchase invoices Maintain and reconcile Payable and Accounts Receivable Keep the overall aged debt balance under tight control Process weekly Bank Reconciliation Prepare weekly payment runs Provide cash flow reporting and forecasting Produce month-end journals including prepayments, accruals report and fixed asset register Assist with VAT Return completion Investigate expenditure variances Assist in evaluating cost pressures Assist in the production of monthly budgetary and control reports Resolve queries as identified by budget holders Assist in the preparation of year-end accounts Profile: At least 2 years of bookkeeping experience within a developed finance function is a plus Educated to a Bachelor's Degree (Accounting or Management) Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office especially Excel Passionate about the Champagne & Wine industry Advanced organisational skills, ability to multi-task, and attention to detail Focused and delivery oriented Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders, including colleagues, management, external partners, and customers Proven time management skills and the ability to prioritise work in a fast-paced environment Forward looking thinker, who actively seeks opportunities and proposes solutions Highly resourceful self-learner, with the ability to operate effectively independently