Assistant Accountant

4 Days Working From Home - 1 Day Office
12 Month FTC - Immediate Start

About Our Client

Our client is a leading independent finance provider with a strong reputation for delivering tailored funding solutions and exceptional customer service to businesses across the UK. Experiencing continued growth and investment, the organisation offers a dynamic and collaborative working environment where innovation, continuous improvement, and customer outcomes are at the heart of everything they do. With a people-focused culture and a commitment to professional development, this is an excellent opportunity to join a successful business that values teamwork, encourages new ideas, and provides employees with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Job Description

Reporting to the Group Accounting Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the finance function through month-end reporting, payroll administration, reconciliations, audit support, and financial control processes. This position offers excellent exposure across the finance department and would suit someone who is actively studying towards a professional accounting qualification or looking to further develop their accounting career.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Accounting & Reporting

Support the month-end and year-end reporting processes.
Prepare and post accounting journals to the general ledger.
Assist with the preparation of management accounting information.
Perform balance sheet reconciliations and ensure supporting documentation is maintained.
Investigate and resolve reconciliation differences and ledger discrepancies.
Support the annual external audit process.

Payroll & Financial Administration

Assist with payroll administration, including pension compliance and payroll adjustments.
Support payroll submissions and liaise with external providers where required.
Respond to payroll-related queries from employees and stakeholders.
Monitor sales ledger activity and support associated accounting processes.

Controls & Process Improvement

Undertake financial control and first-line assurance activities.
Support the maintenance of a robust control environment.
Assist with finance and business-led projects.
Identify opportunities to improve processes and drive efficiencies across the finance function.

Team Support

Provide assistance across the wider accounting team, including bookkeeping and general ledger support.
Support colleagues with ad hoc reporting, investigations, and finance-related tasks.
Work collaboratively with stakeholders across the business to deliver accurate and timely financial information.

The Successful Applicant

About YouYou will be an organised and enthusiastic finance professional with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.Essential Skills & Experience

Experience working within an accounting or finance function.
Strong accounting and bookkeeping knowledge.
Understanding of financial controls and reconciliation processes.
Good Microsoft Excel skills.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to work accurately under pressure and meet deadlines.
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Team player with a flexible and proactive approach.

Desirable Skills & Experience

Sage 200 experience.
Knowledge of accounting principles and best practice.
Financial Services experience.
Knowledge of Asset Finance.

QualificationsOne of the following:

Accounting Technician qualification (or equivalent).
Part-qualified ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or actively studying towards a recognised professional accounting qualification.