Accounts Assistant

MRK Associates; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious company in Hemel Hempstead is seeking a motivated Accounts Assistant to join their finance team. The role offers a diverse range of responsibilities such as fixed asset management and monthly reconciliations. Ideal candidates will have 1-2 years of relevant experience and strong Excel skills, with opportunities for career development in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years' experience in finance, accounting, or asset management.
• Knowledge of fixed assets and reconciliations is ideal.
• Proactive and able to work to deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile the fixed asset register.
• Assist with payment runs and support bank reconciliations.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end close activities.

Skills

Excel

Detail-focused

Problem-solving

Education

Part-qualified (CIMA, ACCA, AAT or equivalent)

Job description

Based in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, our prestigious UK-wide client seeks a motivated individual to join them as an Accounts Assistant, on a permanent basis. Please note this position requires you to be in the office 5 days per week.

This job would suit an Accounts Assistant or Finance Assistant looking to develop their career within a busy and growing finance department. The successful candidate will enjoy a varied role supporting fixed asset management, reconciliations, month-end processes, and cross-departmental reporting.

This large business has seen positive growth over the last few years and has achievable plans to grow turnover by over 30% in the next few years. They are highly regarded within their industry, having won many awards and high-profile contracts and this role have some fantastic exposure to develop your knowledge and skillset.

The successful individual will have at least 1-2 years' experience in finance, accounting, or asset management, ideally with knowledge of fixed assets and reconciliations. Part-qualified status (CIMA, ACCA, AAT or equivalent) is desirable, along with strong Excel skills. The ideal candidate will be a proactive, detail-focused team player who can work to deadlines and support wider business objectives.

Job responsibilities:

• Maintain and reconcile the fixed asset register to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Assist with the coordination of weekly and monthly payment runs related to plant and equipment acquisitions
• Support bank, supplier, and purchase order reconciliations, investigating and resolving any discrepancies
• Prepare and provide fixed asset documentation for audit purposes
• Monitor capital expenditures to ensure proper classification and compliance with asset policies
• Contribute to month-end and year-end close activities, including variance analysis and reporting
• Liaise with internal departments to collect and consolidate financial data for reporting purposes
• Support the budgeting and forecasting processes, as well as ad hoc financial analysis
• Ensure adherence to relevant accounting standards and regulatory compliance requirements
• Collaborate with the Financial Accountant and Management Accountant on financial reporting and internal controls
• Perform general financial administrative duties as required to support overall finance operations
• Identify and implement improvements in financial processes, systems, and reporting workflows

This is a fantastic opportunity for a drive and motivated Accounts Assistant looking to build their career in a supportive, fast-paced business with excellent prospects for progression.

For more information about this role or any other Accounts Assistant jobs in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, please don't hesitate to contact us in confidence or visit our website www.mrkassociates.co.uk

Every application will receive a response as this is the recognised working practice at MRK Associates.

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