Accounts Assistant

Silverglade Business Park, Chessington

 

A job with Merlin isn’t like a job anywhere else. With attractions around the world, from rollercoasters to wax figures, we don’t trade in suits, handshakes or briefcases. We trade in fun. In smiles, shrieks and spine-tingles. In Memories. In magic. But there are no tricks behind our magic. Instead, there are people like you. Passionate, dedicated people who are committed to making sure our worldwide attractions and guests’ experiences are the best they can be. 

Due to continuing growth and development of Merlin’s attractions and brands on a global scale, we are looking for a Accounts Assistant to join our Corporate Finance team, based at our Silverglade (Chessington) office.

This is an excellent opportunity to be a part of the Merlin magic by joining the Merlin Corporate team.  We hire and empower smart people who love what they do.   Are you currently studying AAT and plan to carry on towards a professional qualification?  Are you looking for your next finance role where you can grow and develop within the team? You will be an integral member of the financial accounts team, supporting and reporting to the Financial Accountant.

Key Responsibilities include...

Processing expenses; personal and corporate claims.Resolution of queries from the business.Chasing overdue accounts.Assisting with testing / go live transition of new System.Supporting Intercompany debit notes and collating required back up.Balance sheet reconciliations.

Other responsibilities, once established in role...

Assist with Downloading and updating/coding excel cash books.Assist with Processing of stock transfer sheets.Assist with Processing urgent one off payments.Assist with Costs analysis.Preparation of EC Sales and IntraStat.

Skills & Knowledge...

AAT studier, preferably already having passed L2 & L3 coupled with minimum of 1 years’ experience working in a finance department.Can demonstrate key accounting skills by practical experience.Excellent communicator; ability to deal with a variety of people on various levels.Strong Excel skills.Work to and meet deadlines.Ability to use initiative to resolve problems. Have a proactive, helpful and friendly outlook with a flexible approach.Extremely organised and methodical with excellent time management. .Ability to multi task and demonstrate a high level of accuracy.Willingness to take ownership with ambition and desire to grow.

Working hours are 37½ hours per week, 9am to 5.30pm with 1 hour for lunch.  However, the position does require flexibility, especially during busy periods.

The Benefits…

We’re growing fast and alongside a fun and friendly environment, we offer a fabulous package and amazing prospects – ideal if you’re already fantastic and can quickly become even better (our magic can help here).  Benefits include Pension, Life Assurance, discretionary company bonus, 20 days’ holiday and, of course, a Merlin Magic Pass which gives you and your friends and family free admission to all of our attractions worldwide, as well as 25% discount in our retail shops and restaurants and 40% discount on LEGO.