Accounts Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
Grimshaw Architects is an internationally renowned architecture firm that provides innovative design solutions to creative, scientific, and cultural projects throughout the world. With offices located in 5 countries and a team of 600 design-minded experts, we strive to achieve excellence in our designs to meet our client's goals and objectives.
Grimshaw Architects is looking for an Accounts Assistant to join our London based team. The Accounts Assistant will be responsible for helping maintain the day-to-day accounting and financial activities of the firm.
Job Responsibilities:
- Maintain general ledger entries, accounts payable and receivable transactions, and other financial activities.
- Bookkeeping and Data Entry: Accurately enter financial data into accounting software or spreadsheets
- Finance Documentaiton: Maintain organised and up-to-date financial records, including invoices, receipts, and other supporting documents.
- Communication and Collaboration: Collaborate with the wider team to ensure the accuracy of data
- Administrative assistance to the Finance team
Skills and Competencies
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
- Well organised with a strong attention to detail.
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to multitask
- Able to use initiative and work with little guidance
- Proactive and methodical
- Willingness to get involved
Grimshaw is a great place to work, with a real dynamism and buzz in the office. The company culture is inclusive and collaborative, and everyone is invited to contribute.
Grimshaw is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome people from all backgrounds and recognise that in order to be successful, we need to create an inclusive environment where everyone can realise their potential and succeed. Any offer of employment with Grimshaw will be conditional upon you having the right to work in the UK.
The role attracts a salary £25,000 + as well as great benefits including hybrid working.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Architectural & Engineering Services
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Accounts Assistant roles across Grimshaw Architects's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Architectural & Engineering Services.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £25,000 - £25,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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