Assistant Accountant

Assistant Accountant
Location: Cardiff/ hybrid, 2 days a week in the office
Type: 6 month contract
Day rate: £150-200 a day inside IR35
Looking for a Assistant Accountant to join a mass media company based in the heart of Cardiff, known for delivering high-quality content across multiple platforms. This is a fantastic opportunity for a part-qualified accountant looking to grow within a fast-paced media environment. You will play a key role in supporting the finance function, particularly around month-end processes, financial reporting, and data management.
Responsibilities:
• Assist with the month-end close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and accruals
• Support the preparation of financial reports and management accounts
• Download, manipulate, and analyse large volumes of financial data to support decision-making
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records
• Work closely with budget holders to support financial planning and cost control
• Assist with VAT returns and other statutory reporting as required
• Contribute to process improvement and automation initiatives within the finance team
• Liaise with auditors and other external stakeholders as needed

Requirements:
• Part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Demonstrable experience in downloading, manipulating, and analysing financial data
• Proven experience in financial reporting and supporting the month-end process
• Strong Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and formulas
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• SAP experience is desirable but not essential – training will be provided
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team