Associate Accountant

White Cube is a leading contemporary commercial gallery representing over 60 international artists. They are seeking a detail-oriented Associate Accountant to support the day-to-day accounting operations of their US gallery, ensuring accurate financial records and compliance with internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and reconcile daily activity across GBP, USD, EUR bank accounts
• Match incoming funds to sales and raise deposit invoices where required
• Prepare on a timely basis accurate sales invoices for the US market, supporting other markets when required
• Support with month‑end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations
• Maintain general ledger accuracy and supporting documentation
• Prepare and reconcile balance sheet accounts on a regular basis
• Process vendor invoices, employee expenses, and payments in a timely manner
• Maintain accurate vendor and customer records
• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial reports and schedules
• Support variance analysis and provide explanations as required
• Compile documentation for internal and external audits
• Ensure transactions comply with company policies and accounting standards
• Support tax‑related filings and information requests (sales tax, VAT, etc., as applicable)
• Work with the implementation of our new financial software – Sage Intaact
• Assist with process improvements and documentation of procedures

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 1–3 years of accounting or finance experience (internships included)
• Good understanding of GAAP and accounting principles
• Experience with accounting systems (e.g., Sage preferred)
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, basic formulas)
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Team‑oriented, proactive, and eager to learn
• Experience with accounting systems (e.g., Sage preferred)
• Background in or strong interest in art is desirable

Benefits

• Bonus
• Excellent benefits

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