Assistant Accountant

www.nationalmuseums.org.uk - Jobboard; Boston Spa; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned institution is seeking an Assistant Accountant to support its financial operations. This role involves maintaining the Library’s Fixed Asset Register, managing treasury needs, and providing budget and reporting support. Ideal candidates will have a CCAB qualification or be part qualified, alongside strong financial acumen and IT skills.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Government accounting requirements.
• Understanding of financial and banking regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the production of the Library’s annual report and accounts.
• Manage day-to-day treasury requirements including bank reconciliations.
• Assist in preparation of statutory returns.

Skills

Financial acumen

Mathematical acumen

IT skills

Communication

Education

CCAB qualified or part qualified

Tools

Accounting Systems

Job description

As an Assistant Accountant in our Accounting team you will be fundamental to our ability to support the organisation through the provision of a financial service. Based within our Accounting Team at Boston Spa, the role will involve working closely with other teams across several departments providing you with a broad range of financial and leadership skills to enhance your formal training.


There is one full time position reporting to the Accountant ensuring the key responsibilities of the department are completed.


You will be required to contribute to the production of the Library’s annual report and accounts, provide advice to colleagues and reporting on indirect tax matters, maintain the Library’s Fixed Asset Register and advise colleagues on the use of capital expenditure, manage the day to day treasury requirements of the Library including bank reconciliations, assist in the preparation of statutory returns. Work closely with the Finance Business Partners to assist, support and consult on budget planning and forecasting. Maintain the performance dashboard and provide financial and management information and analysis.


Minimum requirements for the role:

- Accountancy Qualification – CCAB qualified or part qualified (final level) with commitment to completing professional examinations.

- Knowledge of Government accounting requirements.

- Financial and mathematical acumen.

- Excellent IT skills including knowledge of Accounting Systems.

- Understanding of financial and banking regulations and practices.

- Will have the ability to communicate effectively with staff at all levels.

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