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Accounts Assistant

🗓️ Posted 2026-09-10 Whitstable Accounts Assistant Hybrid Accounting
💰 Salary Not shared 📊 Market 1,700 GBP–2,200 GBP/mo

About the Company

Every Project. Every Time. Part of GCV Group. Commissioning authority for mission-critical infrastructure across EMEA. Recognised by the Financial Times as one of Europe's top 500 fastest-growing companies for three years running, Global Commissioning is the leading authority in data centre commissioning, delivering independent certification and verification that critical infrastructure performs as designed across EMEA and beyond. Our work goes beyond coordination or process oversight. Commissioning, at its core, is the point where systems are tested under real operating conditions, verified against design intent, and certified ready for operation. That is what we exist to deliver. Through Commissioning Management (CxM), Commissioning Agent (CxA) services, Commissioning Project Management (CxPM), and Modular Certification, our experienced teams provide the assurance layer between construction and operation. From detailed design review to integrated systems testing and evidence-based reporting, we ensure data centres are not just complete, but proven to perform. Clients rely on Global Commissioning to reduce risk at handover, protect uptime, and provide clear, defensible proof that every component of their facility is optimised for safe, efficient, and continuous operation. Services: Commissioning Management / Agents (CxM/CxA), Commissioning Project Management (CxPM), Modular Certification. We also work across HV and LV SAP/AP and Energy Marshalling, electrical testing, renewable energy, and hazardous areas. Part of GCV Group. Construction Specialties: Data Centre Commissioning, Commissioning Management (CxM), Commissioning Agent (CxA), Commissioning Project Management (CxPM), Independent Commissioning, Mission-Critical Infrastructure, Integrated Systems Testing (IST), Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Commissioning Certification, Modular Certification, Data Centre Delivery, Technical Assurance, Design Review, Commissioning Startegy, Operational Readiness, Critical Infrastructure, MEP Commissioning, Quality Assurance, Risk Mitigation, Lifecycle Assurance

About the Role

The Accounts Assistant provides essential day-to-day support across the Finance function. The role supports transactional finance, month-end processing and administrative duties. This is an ideal role for an organised, detail-focused individual looking to build a career within a dynamic, international, private-equity-backed business.

Responsibilities

  • ● Transactional Finance
  • ● Support the FC with ad hoc operational reports
  • ● Assist in raising customer invoices for professional services and recharged expenses.
  • ● Support maintaining up-to-date accounts payable and accounts receivable records.
  • ● Expenses & Credit Cards
  • ● Support administration of corporate credit cards, ensuring timely submission and correct coding.
  • ● Check documentation for accuracy and follow up on missing or incorrect information.
  • ● Month-End & Reporting Support
  • ● Help prepare month end balance sheet reconciliations.
  • ● Assist with accruals, prepayments, and other month-end schedules under direction from FC
  • ● Gather and validate financial data for management reporting across UK and international entities.
  • ● Support maintenance of accurate financial records in NetSuite.
  • ● Cashflow & Working Capital
  • ● Help maintain AP and AR trackers and highlight overdue balances.
  • ● Support Country Finance Managers in chasing outstanding customer payments when required.
  • ● Compliance, Audit & Controls
  • ● Assist with preparation of documentation for year-end and external audit.
  • ● Maintain organised digital records for compliance and tax requirements across multiple entities.
  • ● Support adherence to internal controls, processes, and finance policies.
  • ● Systems & Improvement

Requirements

  • ● ACA/ACCA, CIMA qualification
  • ● Good working knowledge of Excel (e.g., lookups, pivot tables).
  • ● Strong attention to detail and high accuracy.
  • ● Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage a varied workload.
  • ● Strong communication skills and a proactive, professional attitude.
  • ● IFRS knowledge a plus.
Credential Requirements for United Kingdom
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ICAEW ACA or ACCA Qualification

ICAEW / ACCA

Must have to work
Cost: GBP 2,000–5,000 Timeline: 3–5 years

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