* Temporary role with the possibility of going permanent
* Hybrid working
About Our Client
The organisation is a large-sized business services provider, known for its commitment to excellence and high-quality service. They have a strong reputation in the market and continually strive to advance their offerings and maintain their leading position.
Job Description
* Transactional processing
* Control and maintain purchase & sales ledger, as required
* Ensure compliance to authorisation limits
* Prepare weekly payment runs
* Work with the Group management accountant to develop and streamline the financial processes
* Perform and update daily bank transactions
* Management Reporting
* Process month end journals, transfers, checks and reconciliations
* Assist with monthly management accounts for budget holders to strict deadlines, including meaningful analysis, investigation of variances and commentary on key numbers
* Build strong relationships with budget holders to discuss results; support them with financial analysis and reporting
* Assist with monthly VCRs and MAPs Reports
* Produce ad-hoc data analysis and management reports as required
* Financial Accounting and Analysis
* Preparations of journal entries for profit/loss account or statement of financial position
* Produce Self billed tax invoices for relevant subcontractors
* Have an understanding of how the fixed asset register works, and process relevant journals
* Assist with appropriate balance sheet reconciliations
* Perform VAT audit checks
* Support the Group Management Accountant in year end, month end procedures, and day to day ledger activities
* Financial Planning
* Work with relevant budget holders to ensure realistic and accurate budget submissions
* Ensure budget holders understand planning and reporting requirements, and support them in adhering to those requirements.
* Provide support to non-finance colleagues
* Undertake any other duties commensurate with this role
The Successful Applicant
A successful Assistant Accountant should have:
* Relevant qualifications and/or knowledge and background
* Good knowledge of associated financial policies and procedures
* Use of Finance and Payroll systems and MS Office
* Strong numeracy
* Analytical approach to problem solving
* Ability to produce spreadsheets and reports
* Good written communication
* Good verbal communications
* To work effectively within a team and independently
* Able to proactively plan, and organise workloads effectively
* Understands Confidentiality/Data Protection
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary equivalent to £26-£28k
* Comprehensive training and development opportunities
* A supportive and inclusive team environment
* Opportunities for career progression in the business services industry
* A role that offers diversity and challenge
If you are a motivated Assistant Accountant who is ready to take on a new challenge in the business services industry, we encourage you to apply.
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