Accounting coordinator

A Japanese food manufacturing company is currently recruiting an Accounting Coordinator to join its North London office.

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In this role, you will be responsible for managing day-to-day accounts payable and receivable processes, supporting accurate invoice processing, maintaining ledger records, and ensuring timely collections and payments while working closely with internal teams and external stakeholders.

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The ideal candidate should have experience in accounting or finance administration, strong numerical and organisational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive, team-oriented approach. Proficiency in Japanese, Mandarin, or Korean, or familiarity with those cultures, would be advantageous.

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New graduates with a degree in Accounting are also welcome to apply.

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Eligible applicants:

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- (O) Eligible visa: Permanent residence, Spouse, Partner

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- (X) NOT eligible: Working holiday, Graduate visa, Student visa, Requiring visa sponsorship

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Work type: Hybrid working available

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Visa support: No

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TYPE: Permanent, full-time

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WORKING HOURS: 9:00-17:30 from Monday to Friday

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SALARY: £27k-£32K depending on experience

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START: ASAP

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LOCATION: Enfield, North London (3 days per week in the office after probation)

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Accounting coordinator Main Responsibilities:

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• Process supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner

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• Ensure invoices are properly coded and documented

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• Maintain supplier general ledger accounts and keep ledgers up to date

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• Maintain supplier general ledger accounts and keep ledgers up to date

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• Collaborate with other departments to resolve supplier issues

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• Manage monthly expenses and prepare reports for management

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• Process customer invoices accurately and on time

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• Review invoice disputes and discrepancies and work to resolve them

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• Develop and implement collection strategies to reduce outstanding receivables

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• Monitor overdue customer accounts and follow up on payments

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• Reconcile payments and resolve invoice/receipt discrepancies

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• Prepare and analyse accounts receivable aging reports

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• Maintain positive relationships with customers and address their inquiries and concerns

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• Provide general support to the finance and accounting team when required

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Accounting coordinator Ideal Candidate:

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• Fluent in English

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• 1-3 years’ experience in Accounts Payable or a similar finance role

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• Understanding of basic accounting principles

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• Experience with month-end support and reconciliations

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• Good numerical accuracy and attention to detail

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• Strong Excel skills and proficiency with MS Office; experience with accounting systems (e.g., Sage, Xero, SAP) is an advantage

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** All applicants for the accounting coordinator must have the right to work in the country without any restrictions as the Company is not able to offer visa support.

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If your application is successful, you will be contacted within two business days.

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We regret that due to the high volume of applications we receive we cannot provide feedback on individual CVs.