Assistant Accountant – bunch in Colombo, Western Province

bunch is currently accepting applications for the position of Assistant Accountant in the Western Province area. The job type available for this position is Full-time.

We are looking for candidates who possess proficient Accounting/Auditing and Finance skills and have a minimum of Entry level in the respective field. In addition to technical expertise, we highly value traits such as honesty, discipline, and a strong sense of responsibility in our prospective employees.

The company offers a competitive estimated salary of approximately රු. 17,000 - රු. 36,000 (per Month). However, it is important to note that the final salary offer may vary and is subject to the discretion of the company.

bunch operates within the Technology & Information and Internet industry. If you are interested in applying for this position and joining our esteemed organization, we encourage you to submit your application promptly.

Job Information

Job Description

Do you want to work for a UK tech-enabled scale-up that is revolutionising financial management? Are you organised, proactive, and detail-oriented with a knack for problem-solving? If you’re looking for a new challenge in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, we want you on our team

In the UK, we set up and manage household bills, bunching them into one easy monthly automatic payment. As part of our expansion strategy, we have recently established a new office in Sri Lanka to provide support for our UK operations.

The Role:

As an Assistant Accountant at Bunch, you will play a crucial role in maintaining our financial health. Your responsibilities will include:

• Processing bills through Dext: Ensure all bills are accurately processed and recorded.
• Reviewing and scheduling payments using Xero: Monitor due dates and manage payment schedules.
• Approving and chasing credit card expenses: Verify and follow up on credit card transactions.
• Reconciling bank statements: Regularly match bank statements with company records to ensure accuracy.
• Reviewing Aged Payables & Aged Receivables: Monitor outstanding invoices and manage payables and receivables.
• Liaising with Collections team regarding B2B invoices: Coordinate with the collections team to manage business-to-business customer accounts.
• Generating B2B invoices: Create and issue invoices to business clients.
• Assisting in the preparation of the weekly management accounts pack: Compile and review financial data for management reporting.
• Reviewing supplier bills: Ensure supplier bills are accurate and processed timely.
• Reconciling the Debt ledger weekly: Maintain and update the debt ledger to reflect accurate balances.
• Maintaining the fixed asset register: Keep an up-to-date record of the company’s fixed assets.
• Assisting with Month End control accounts and P&L analysis: Support the month-end closing process and analyse profit and loss statements.

About You:

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience in a bookkeeping or Assistant Accountant role.
• Has a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Data Analytics, or a related field.
• Is proficient with Xero and has strong skills in Excel or Google Sheets.
• Has strong experience with Word or Google Docs
• Is highly organised and can manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Pays meticulous attention to detail.
• Takes a proactive approach to work, with the ability to anticipate and solve problems.
• Is a self-starter capable of taking initiative and working out tasks independently.
• Has strong analytical skills to identify issues and implement effective solutions.
• Holds an accounting qualification such as AAT, ACCA, or similar.
• Excellent command of English in written and spoken forms.

Desirable:

• Experience using Dext for bill processing.
• Immediate availability.

Us:

We’re an early-stage UK scale-up with incredible growth plans over the next 18 months. Our mission is to help people in the UK achieve financial stability and independence through innovative solutions. We’re an energetic, fun, and hard-working team, led by our visionary CEO, who fosters a collaborative, high performance and inclusive environment. With lots of growth ahead, it’s an exciting journey, and we want our staff to be a part of it.

Benefits:

• Competitive salaries
• Attractive remuneration package on offer including Meal allowance, Accommodation allowance, Transport etc
• One additional day off for your birthday
• Professional development opportunities
• Great work environment and culture
• Health insurance
• Breakout block for 3 hours per month for learning a new skill, catching up on life admin or taking some ‘me’ time.

Working Hours: 8:30am-5:30pm (Sri Lankan time)

Location: Colombo 7, Sri Lanka

How to Apply:

If you meet the above criteria and are ready to take on this exciting role, please send your CV to [email protected].

Application Requirements

• Good communication skills
• Strong team skills
• Experience in similar work

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