Assistant Accountant

Assistant Accountant - 6-Month FTC
Rate: £250-£350 per day (inside IR35)
Location: Hybrid (3 days in Luton office)
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week

Working within Group Financial Control, you'll play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting and insights around operational costs.

• Support month-end close processes, including preparing journals and reconciliations
• Assist with invoice checks, analysis, and stakeholder communications
• Contribute to the DOC Automation Project and other process improvements
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards across all postings
• Partner with finance teams to support budgeting, audit, and reporting cycles
• Identify risks, opportunities, and propose control/process enhancements

• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking
• Ability to explain financial matters clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders
• Proactive, solutions-focused mindset with strong time management
• Intermediate to advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Solid academic background and experience in a finance/accounting environment

If you're ready to contribute to a fast-paced finance function and grow your accounting expertise and are available immediately, apply today!