Assistant Accountant- Yacht Management

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Full time
Location: London
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Job offered by: Praxis Group
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Praxis is an independent, leading provider of bespoke private wealth, corporate administration and yacht services to companies, individuals and families across the world. Our expertise and experience is driven by recruiting and retaining the brightest and best, and creating a culture that allows people to thrive. Our independence encourages an open culture where every voice is valued. We care about creating an environment that hears, supports and shares openly with all our people. Teamwork and collaboration are at the heart of our approach, and we nurture an environment of openness and respect where everyone feels valued. Be heard. Be part of the Praxis Group. Our Yacht Services team works with clients, captains and crew, providing an efficient, informed and personal service. We provide a fast-paced, rewarding environment and opportunities to work with a variety of global clients formulating and delivering the most appropriate, long-term solutions for owners of both private and commercial yachts. Job summary: To post all yacht expenses timely and accurately, ensuring payments to suppliers are made on time. Making sure bank statements are reconciled daily to ensure we know exactly how much of client funds we have at any point. To provide cover and deputise for the Yacht Accountant & Yacht Payment team members as required, deputising as the point of contact for Owner’s Reps, Captain and anyone else related to our clients/yachts. Job accountabilities: Posting purchase invoices Setting up new vendors, including vendor callbacks to verify details Checking expenses vs budget Card and cash reconciliation and reporting Conducting ‘red flag’ checks and escalating as required Payments of purchase invoices and recording in the system Daily, weekly and monthly bank statement reconciliations Clearing of suspense accounts Running month-end reporting for the yachts under management, for review by the Yacht Accountant Sanction checking, using WorldCheck software Escalating issues to the wider team specialists or management where additional support is required Being the point of contact for clients/yachts when the Yacht Accountant is not available Other such duties as may be reasonably expected in support of the Yacht Accountant Management Team Other Considerations: Hybrid working, with a minimum of 3 days per week based in the office in London Travel to the Southampton, Malta and Guernsey offices as required Meeting with clients/captains on occasion and attendance at boat shows as required Minimum education and experience: Desired AAT qualification Bookkeeping experience Yachting experience is a bonus but not necessary Required skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (SharePoint, Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc.) Good communication skills, written and face-to-face when dealing with captains and clients, particularly keen for someone who would prefer to call rather than email Comfortable in a fast-moving work environment with tight deadlines and diverse tasks Attention to detail and accuracy To uphold the reputation of the Praxis Yachts Group for always delivering the highest level of service To be solutions-driven, acting at all times in the best interest of the client and with integrity and discretion On-board experience on a yacht, with exposure to expense management is a bonus but not necessary Additional information: In addition, all our team members are expected to be committed to our core values: We inspire We listen We trust We succeed together To apply: We encourage you to apply well in advance of the deadline and if you are successful, we will meet with you as soon as possible. Our commitment to diversity: We want you to bring your full self to work and maximise your potential. Praxis Group is a place where everyone can thrive, whatever their gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, and socio-economic background.

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