ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT (LONDON) job at Remote Full Time

The Davines Group, founded in Parma in 1983, specializes in professional cosmetic products under the brands Davines for haircare and [ comfort zone ] for skincare. Led by Chairman Davide Bollati and CEO Anthony Molet, the Group is headquartered in Parma at the Davines Group Village, alongside which stand the Scientific Garden and EROC – European Regenerative Organic Center – a research center focusing on regenerative organic agriculture stemming from a partnership with the Rodale Institute. The Group became a B corp in 2016, and today has 8 offices, operates in 90 countries, and employs around 900 collaborators globally. Since 2019, both the Italian and US subsidiaries have been Benefit Corporations.

ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT (LONDON):
YOUR MISSION

The mission of the Accounts Assistant is to carry out accounting and administrative duties in support of the Finance team, in alignment with the Company’s sustainability values.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:
The main areas of responsibility will include Accounts Receivable, reconciliation of e-commerce activity, and support with treasury management.

Duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Process customer receipts across all channels

Maintain customer accounts and ensure that receipts and credit notes are fully matched to invoices

Maintain e-commerce receivables, including weekly reconciliations of associated PSP accounts such as PayPal, Shopify, and Klarna

Maintain Direct Debit wallet and bank accounts, and resolve related queries. Carry out monthly maintenance of bank accounts and PDQ receipt reconciliations

Provide support to the Finance team with ad hoc tasks relating to monthly internal reporting and the annual statutory audit

Work closely with the Customer Care team to resolve customer queries, including those relating to e-commerce

Provide support with Accounts Payable tasks, including posting supplier invoices and supplier payments when required, for example as part of holiday cover

Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including Customer Care, Sales, and Education

Support the Financial Controller with other ad hoc tasks as they arise, including profit and loss analysis and maintaining control accounts

This role is based in our London office, and the successful candidate will report to the Financial Controller.

WHO YOU ARE:
2–4 years’ accounting experience, or an equivalent combination of education and practical experience. Educated to accounting technician level, or able to demonstrate equivalent professional experience

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, work to defined deadlines, and maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail

Ability to work collaboratively and contribute positively towards shared objectives

Knowledge of accounting systems and procedures, preferably Sage ERP X3, together with excellent time management skills

Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work effectively with minimal supervision

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, with advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs and PivotTables

WHY YOU WILL LOVE WORKING WITH US

At Davines Group, we may not be perfect, but we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inspiring environment where we grow together. We believe in the power of beauty—both in the products we create and in the way we treat the planet and people. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do, and when you join our team, you’ll become part of a company that makes decisions with the future in mind. We value individuals who are passionate about purposeful innovation and are eager to contribute to a positive impact on the world.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
At Davines Group, we celebrate diversity and inclusiveness as core values that are integral to our Ethical Chart. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to be their authentic selves. Our hiring practices are free from discrimination, and we do not make employment decisions based on race, religion, gender (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, parental status, or any other factor unrelated to merit. We believe that a diverse team strengthens our ability to innovate and thrive.