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Join a dynamic and forward-thinking professional services firm as an Assistant Accountant. The firm boasts a vibrant and collaborative work environment, where innovation and growth are celebrated. As part of their close-knit finance team, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to impactful projects and develop your career. You'll enjoy the flexibility of being able to have 4 day working from home. With over 100 people in the wider finance team, there's ample opportunity for career growth and development.
Your new role
As an Assistant Accountant, you'll be involved in a range of critical financial tasks. Here's what you'll be doing:
- Monthly Management Accounts: You'll assist in preparing the monthly management accounts, ensuring accurate and timely reporting to the Board and Banks.
- Balance Sheet Reconciliations: Your role includes validating data through various balance sheet reconciliations. This involves handling trade debtors, bad debt provisions, unbilled disbursements, deferred income, and unbilled revenue (work-in-progress).
- Overhead Management: Collaborate with the Finance Business Partner to manage overheads for Business Services. This includes analyzing monthly overhead variances against budget, posting accruals, and handling prepayments.
- Budgets and Forecasts: Assist in preparing overhead budgets and forecasts for Business Services, contributing to effective financial planning.
- Business Partnership: You'll partner with the business teams, addressing ad hoc queries and providing financial insights.
- Year-End Accounts: Support the production of year-end accounts and provide relevant information for external auditors.
- Cash Flow Forecasting: Prepare the cash flow forecast, including necessary correspondence with the bank.
- Weekly Cash Management: Maintain the cash management spreadsheet on a weekly basis.
- Ad Hoc Tasks and Projects: As delegated by Senior Finance staff, you'll contribute to various ad hoc tasks and projects.
What you'll need to succeed
- Relevant experience in accounting or finance.
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Excel, QuickBooks).
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Experience in a professional services firm (desired)
What you'll get in return
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a starting salary of £28,500 per annum.
- Study Support: They invest in your professional development by providing study support for relevant qualifications.
- Flexible Work Arrangements: Balance your work life
- Career Progression: With over 100 professionals in our finance team, there's ample room for growth and advancement.
- Inclusive Culture: Join a diverse and inclusive workplace that values your unique contributions.
- Employee Benefits: Access to health insurance, pension schemes, and other perks.
- Exposure to diverse projects and clients.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
What you need to do now
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