Assistant Accountant

 

This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a brilliant organisation who offer great flexibility. You will report to and support the Finance Manager and work within a friendly, hard working finance team.  HYBRID WORKING

Key Responsibilities

• Support the production of month end accounts, year-end accounts and preparation for external audit
• Produce and develop monthly departmental budget statements and financial reports
• Maintain and monitor detailed daily cashflow forecasts
• Assist with payroll costings
• Journal preparation
• Balance sheet reconciliations
• Support administration and development of finance systems and contract registers
• Manage external funding administration, including claims, evidence and contract interpretation
• Maintain fixed asset register
• Accruals and prepayments
• Oversee staff expenses and mileage processes
• Contribute to budget setting, financial planning and performance meetings
• Support internal audit processes and ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures
• Assist with purchase order processes and wider finance team support

 

Candidate Requirements

• Experience working in a finance environment with exposure to month-end processes
• Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels
• Confident user of finance systems and Microsoft packages
• Part-qualified or working towards a recognised Level 4+ finance qualification (e.g. CIMA, ACCA) preferred.
• Positive, proactive approach with strong organisational skills
• Driven attitude, enthusiastic manner and a willingness to learn.
• Confident communication skills.