Assistant Accountant

My client is looking for an experienced part qualified assistant accountant for a 3 month temporary position who can start ASAP.

Client Details

This organisation has offices all over the UK and globally with a large finance department.

Description

Duties for the Assistant Accountant:

• Manage bank transactions including cash book entries, payments, reconciliations, and resolving queries.
• Maintain the fixed asset register, ensuring assets are recorded, depreciated monthly, and accruals are posted.
• Support inventory processes by analysing stock data, auditing counts, and reconciling inventory accounts.
• Handle month-end tasks such as accruals, VAT journal postings, and payroll journal entries.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts including sundry debtors and overhead re allocations.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies for asset approvals and inventory procedures.
• Assist with lease accounting by calculating interest depreciation for car leases.
• Collaborate with the finance team to ensure accurate financial reporting and smooth operations.

Profile

A successful Assistant Accountant should have:

• Relevant educational qualifications in accounting or finance.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel.
• A strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.

Job Offer

Benefits for the Assistant Accountant:

• Competitive salary in the range of £16 -£20 per hour.
• Temporary role with opportunity to gain experience.
• Friendly and supportive work culture in High Wycombe.
• Free on site parking.
• Hybrid working.