Finance Assistant – London – £Competitive

Company: Bond Williams
Apply for the Finance Assistant – London – £Competitive
Location: London
Job Description:

We are seeking a hands‑on Finance Assistant to join an early‑stage life sciences business operating in a start‑up environment. This is a broad role covering day‑to‑day finance operations through to trial balance, as well as supporting month‑end reporting and management accounts.

Key responsibilities

  • Processing invoices
  • Supplier onboarding and invoice checking
  • Bank reconciliations
  • Posting accruals, prepayments, and month-end journals
  • Supporting monthly management accounts
  • Balance sheet reconciliations and trial balance maintenance
  • Supporting year‑end audit
  • Working in Sage and supporting reporting improvements
  • Maintaining strong financial controls

Experience required

  • Experience in a Finance Assistant / Accounts Assistant / Assistant Accountant role
  • Strong understanding of reconciliations, accruals, prepayments, and month‑end processes
  • Comfortable working through to trial balance level
  • Experience in a start‑up or small business environment preferred
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently
  • Based within commuting distance of West London

What’s on offer

  • Competitive salary
  • Hybrid working (3 days in office)
  • Opportunity to join an early‑stage life sciences business
  • Broad exposure across the finance function
  • High ownership in a small, collaborative team

Bond Williams Professional Recruitment are an equal opportunity employer and operate as an Employment Business and Recruitment Agency

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Posted: July 13th, 2026