Accounts Officer

  • Sydenham
  • Apax

About Apax Apax is a not-for-profit organisation specialised in providing supported housing and living services for vulnerable adults with mental health illness. At the heart of everything we do is our purpose: "Service to humanity for the betterment of our community and advancement of our society". Apax has achieved Level A in Quality Assessment Framework, a national performance standards denoted for “excellence and leaders in their field", you will, therefore, be joining a company devoted to the highest standards. Visit Apax.org.uk or our Facebook page to learn more about us.

Your role The Accounts Officer position is a permanent role whereby you will be responsible for accounting functions, in particular sales and purchase ledgers. You will be playing an important role in the organisation and integral to its continuing success.

What you'll need to succeed

  • AAT or other accounting qualification is essential.
  • Minimum four years experience in accounting and bookkeeping practice.
  • Experience in using Xero accounting system would be ideal.
  • Minimum of four years’ experience and knowledge in sales and purchase ledger.
  • Exceptional organisation and tidiness skills.
  • Excellent numeracy, IT and literacy skills.
  • Able to analyse data and compile reports.
  • Experience in using customer relationship management systems and databases.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in order to communicate appropriately with people at all levels and capacities.
  • Self-motivated and able to use own initiative to find solutions.
  • Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines.
  • Ability to prioritise a varied workload. What Apax can offer you
  • Starting with 22 and increasing to 26 days annual leave
  • Full ongoing professional training & development plan
  • Comprehensive induction and training programme
  • Workplace pension scheme
  • Free eye tests
  • Generous maternity leave policy
  • Paid sick leave
  • Interest free company loans
  • Social and team building activities
  • Free onsite parking
  • Breakfast, healthy snacks and hot beverage What you need to do now If you are interested in this job, please send your CV with a covering letter.