Assistant Accountant

Be part of an ambitious, high-growth financial services company shaping the future of its industry. As Assistant Accountant, you will join a business that’s evolving rapidly, creating new challenges and opportunities for its people. Reporting to a supportive Financial Accountant, you’ll gain exposure to both technical accounting and commercial finance in a high-volume, fast-moving environment. They are looking for an Assistant Accountant to step in and make an immediate impact.
If you thrive in a collaborative environment and want to grow your career in a supportive and professional setting, this role could be the next step for you.

Reporting to the Financial Accountant, you will be responsible for:

• Ensuring accurate posting of accounting entries
• Assisting with fixed-assets accounting, stock adjustments and intercompany charges
• Performing monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Supporting the preparation of management accounts
• Providing daily support by responding to commercial queries
• Collaborating with and providing cover for other members of the finance team
• Taking responsibility for reporting and technical accounting tasks
• Working to tight deadlines to meet business needs, especially at month end

What you will need:

• Experience in a similar role, such as Assistant Accountant / Assistant Financial Accountant / Accounts Semi Senior / Practice Accountant / Accounts Assistant / Finance Assistant
• ACCA / ACA / CIMA / AAT qualification or actively studying (QBE also considered)
• Confidence to get stuck in and support the Financial Accountant from the start
• Excellent Excel skills; knowledge of Power BI or MS Dynamics is beneficial but not essential
• Financial and management accounts experience

What you will get:

• Hybrid working – 3 days in office, 2 from home
• 30 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Healthcare cash plan
• Study support to progress your career
• Death in service benefit
• Recently refurbished modern office

If you would like to find out more about this role, please apply with your CV or LinkedIn PDF. We look forward to hearing from you!

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