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Accountant

📍 Barking 💷 £44,000 – £46,000 per annum Permanent · Full time Posted 4 Sept 2026

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Accountant | Barking, London | Full Time | £44,000–£46,000 per annum

Our client is a London-based African Foods Wholesaler who has an exciting position available for a full-time Accountant based at their premises in Barking, London.

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day accounting function and will report directly to the Managing Director.

Key Responsibilities

  • Responsible for the sales, purchase and nominal ledgers
  • Monthly reconciliations of all accounts
  • Prepare all Management Accounts for the Director
  • Oversee and support the accounts function within the business
  • Work with and support other members of the team
  • Provide useful financial information to help management make decisions
  • Take ownership of the accounts function

Requirements

Essential

  • Several years of relevant practical accounting experience
  • Experience working independently and taking responsibility for the day-to-day accounting function
  • Good attention to detail
  • Reliable, experienced, organised and hands-on
  • Ability to take ownership of the accounts function
  • Excellent communication skills

Desirable

  • Experience within wholesale, FMCG, food distribution or a similar industry
  • Good experience with Xero
  • Relevant accounting qualification such as AAT, ACCA, CIMA or ACA
  • Experience with other accounting systems will be considered if the candidate is confident with accounting software and can adapt quickly to Xero

What’s In It For You

  • Salary of £44,000–£46,000 per annum
  • Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–6 pm (1-hour unpaid break)
  • In-store staff discount
  • To join a fantastic company
  • To become part of a great team
  • To showcase your knowledge and skill set

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