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Salary- Annual Salary: £30,000 - £35,000
- Job Type: Full-time
We are seeking a dedicated Assistant Accountant to join our finance team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting various accounting activities, including ledger maintenance, account reconciliation, and financial reporting. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to develop professionally within a supportive environment.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Assist with the preparation of financial statements and accounts, budgeting, managing ledgers, processing invoices, and preparing VAT returns.
- Support the month-end and year-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
- Reconcile bank statements and calculate tax payments and returns.
- Analyse financial information to recommend or develop efficient use of resources and procedures, provide strategic recommendations, and maintain solutions to business and financial problems.
- Assist with audit preparation to ensure the audit process runs smoothly.
- Collaborate with financial reporting and other teams to support various accounting projects and initiatives.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Proven experience as an Assistant Accountant or relevant role in accounting.
- Excellent understanding of accounting and financial reporting principles and practices.
- Analytical mind with strong conceptual and problem-solving skills.
- Meticulous attention to detail with the superb organisational skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with relevant computer software (e.g., SAP).
- Qualifications (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) are a plus.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary range of £30,000 - £35,000 per annum.
- Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development.
- A role that offers both autonomy and opportunities to collaborate with a skilled team.
To apply for this Assistant Accountant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.
