Accountancy Assistant Grade 5

i-jobs; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 16,320 - 23,244; Full time

Job summary

A financial assistance provider in the United Kingdom is seeking an Accountancy Assistant Grade 5 to provide financial support and assist with budgeting. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 GCSEs and an understanding of accounting principles. The role involves maintaining financial systems and preparing financial data. The position offers a pay rate of £14.36 per hour with flexible and supportive working conditions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs including English Language and Mathematics.
• Studying for or attained foundation level AAT or equivalent qualifications.
• Understanding of accounting principles within the Public Sector.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial support within the service group for accounts preparation.
• Assist with monthly budgetary control and forecasting.
• Maintain and develop financial systems for the service group.

Skills

Financial communication

Strong IT skills

Task prioritization

Education

Minimum of 5 GCSEs (A-C)

Foundation level AAT or equivalent

Tools

CIA systems or equivalent

Job description

Accountancy Assistant Grade 5

Location: Godfrey Road, Newport, NP20 4UR

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Duration: 13+ months

Working Hours: Mon - Fri, 09:00 - 17:00

Pay Rate: £ 14.36 per hour

Job Ref: OR22672

Job Responsibilities

• Provide financial support within the service group, including final accounts preparation and annual estimates.
• Assist with monthly budgetary control and outturn forecasting, particularly for staffing costs.
• Maintain and develop financial systems, enhancing training and financial awareness across the service group.
• Prepare relevant data for grant claims, statistical returns, and statutory submissions.
• Monitor expenditure for capital projects and minor works programmes.
• Complete routine financial tasks and provide information to support financial monitoring of service units.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as requested by the Finance Business Partner.

Person Specification

Must-Have Requirements

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs (A-C) or equivalent, including English Language and Mathematics.
• Studying for, or attainment of, foundation level AAT, introductory level CAT, or NVQ/SVQ Level 2 Accounting.
• Understanding of accounting principles within the Public Sector.
• Practical experience in final accounts preparation and or budgetary control.
• Ability to communicate financial information effectively to non‑finance managers.
• Strong IT skills, particularly in spreadsheets and/or databases.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and work with minimal supervision.

Nice-to-Have Requirements

• Previous experience working with public sector budget holders and finance officers.
• Familiarity with CIA systems or equivalent financial software.

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