Assistant Accountant

CMA recruitment is supporting our Sherborne, Dorset client who is looking for an Assistant Accountant t to join their team on a permanent basis. As Finance Assistant you will be responsible for day to day bookkeeping and supporting in monthly management accounts and year end across multiple businesses within the group. 

Our client offers a fantastic benefits package and longer term personal development plans within the organisation. 

What will the Assistant Accountant role involve?

• Day to day bookkeeping duties.
• Supporting in preparation of budgets including analysis of actuals vs budget.
• Assisting in management accounts preparation in a timely and accurate manner.
• Production of statutory accounts with supporting year-end files.
• Quarterly forecasting including analysis of actuals.
• VAT returns.
• Administer payment runs.

Suitable Candidate for the Assistant Accountant opportunity:

• You will ideally working towards your  AAT qualified or equivalent.
• Have had previous experience of VAT and general tax calculations.
• It would be beneficial to have a practice or estate management sector background, however is not essential. 
• Will be flexible, willing to learn and take on additional responsibilities as required.

Additional benefits and information for the Assistant Accountant role:

• An attractive salary range up to £32,000.
• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays.
• Enhanced pension scheme.
• Commitment to provide the successful candidate with ongoing career development.
• Onsite parking and opportunity for hybrid working.

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