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Assistant Accountant

West Midlands, Henley-In-Arden

Assistant Accountant

£28000 - £30000 per annum
MG140220

West Midlands, Henley-In-Arden

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Our client is looking for a Assistant Accountant to join their team immediate start.Please only apply if you are immediately available. They will report directly to the Group Financal Controller.

Key responsibilities can include preparation of financial statements and accounts, managing ledgers, forecasting and budgeting, plus preparation of quarterly VAT returns.

Key responsibilities:

The Assistant Account will have a wide range of accountabilities. These can include:

  • Preparation of monthly management accounts
  • Formation of year end statutory accounts
  • Maintenance of sales invoices and reports
  • Reconciliation, including posting and balancing
  • Forecasting & budgeting, including variance analysis
  • Year end audit analysis
  • Utilisation of accounting software
  • Preparation of reports on debtors and creditors
  • Completion of quarterly VAT returns
  • Maintaining all necessary records including invoices, expenses, payments and transactions
  • Management of ledgers
  • Accruals & prepayments
  • Ensuring high quality reporting and robust processes are in place to support the team
  • Providing general finance advice and assistance as required

The Ideal Candidate:

  • Highly proficient in maths, with outstanding attention to detail and accuracy
  • Demonstrable past experience in a similar Assistant Accountant Role
  • Solid understanding of key accountancy principles and processes
  • First-rate numerical skills, alongside excellent Excel skills
  • Hard-working, proactive, with a 'can-do' attitude
  • Strong inter-personal skills, being confident working with individuals across the team and wider business
  • Part qualified with AAT, CIMA or ACCA

Immediate Start and will provide study support if needed.

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Reference

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Expiry Date

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