Assistant Accountant - Llantrisant

Location: Hybrid (3 days in office, 2 days from home - flexible on which days) Salary: £33,000-£34,000Type: 6-month fixed-term
Are you a detail-oriented finance professional looking for a role where you can make an impact? We are seeking an Accountancy Assistant to support key financial processes, ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, and reconciliations within a dynamic organisation.
Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee banking administration, ensuring security of funds and fraud prevention.
• Perform weekly/monthly bank reconciliations, supporting financial reporting.
• Manage procurement card system, including reconciliations, coding, and user training.
• Prepare cash flow updates and quarterly forecasts, supporting treasury management.
• Complete monthly VAT returns, liaising with HMRC for timely transactions.
• Conduct balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring financial integrity.
• Assist with year-end closure and preparation of audit schedules.
• Provide system administration support, troubleshooting financial processes as required.
• Support ad hoc payments and payroll transactions, liaising with internal departments.

What We're Looking For:

• Strong experience in financial administration and reconciliations.
• Knowledge of VAT processing, treasury management, and banking procedures.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a finance team.
• Proficiency in financial systems, reporting tools, and compliance practices.
• Excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

This is a 6-month contract with the potential for extension or further opportunities. If you're ready to bring your financial expertise to a respected organisation, apply today!

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