Accounts Assistant

Amentum; Risley; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is recruiting an Accounts Assistant for a 6-month contract to aid with month-end processes and financial reporting. The role involves preparation of journals and reconciliations, requiring solid analytical and communication skills. This position is ideal for candidates with entry-level experience looking to develop their career in finance.

Qualifications

• Ideally one year in a similar role.
• Proficient in general ledger systems.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of month end journals to tight deadlines.
• Reporting on overhead spend and variance analysis.
• Monthly reconciliations of balance sheet accounts.

Skills

Proficient in Excel

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Amentum are currently recruiting an Accounts Assistant on a 6-month contract. The Accounts Assistant will aid the Senior Management Accountant with month end processes, reporting and other ad hoc finance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of accurate month end journals to tight deadlines.
• Reporting on overhead spend, including variance analysis.
• Monthly reconciliations of balance sheet accounts.
• Monthly reconciliations of company credit cards
• Management and invoicing of intercompany costs.
• Ad hoc reporting and other tasks as required.
  
  

Experience

• Ideally one year in a similar role.
  
  

Requirements

• Proficient in excel and use of general ledger systems.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles.
• Ability to perform well whilst working alone or in a team.
• Good attention to detail.
  
  

You will be eligible for UK security clearance.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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