Assistant Accountant

Norgine B.V.; Cefn Hengoed; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Norgine B.V. is seeking a detail-oriented finance professional to join our international accounting team. You will manage month-end close, post journals, reconcile balance sheets, and maintain fixed asset records with accurate depreciation.

You will support tax reporting, audits, and regulatory submissions while driving process improvements. Ideal candidates will have AAT or studying ACCA/CIMA/ACA, strong SAP/BlackLine skills, and a proactive approach to internal controls and financial

Qualifications

• AAT qualified or studying towards ACCA, CIMA or ACA.
• Strong understanding of month-end processes, journals, accruals and reconciliations.
• Experience with fixed assets accounting, tax reporting and audit support.

Responsibilities

• Complete month-end close activities accurately and on time.
• Prepare and post journals, including accruals, prepayments, cash and adjustments.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain fixed asset registers with additions, disposals and depreciation.
• Support VAT, corporate tax and other local filings.
• Provide timely support during internal and external audits.
• Assist with regulatory and statistical submissions.
• Support day-to-day accounting activities and financial reporting.
• Analyse financial data and prepare standard reports for decisions.
• Contribute to process improvements and strengthen accounting controls.

Skills

Month-end close

Journals posting

Balance sheet reconciliations

Fixed assets accounting

Tax reporting

Audit support

Financial reporting

Process improvements

Internal controls

Education

AAT / ACCA / CIMA / ACA

Tools

SAP

BlackLine

Job description

• Complete month-end close activities accurately and on time, escalating issues where appropriate.
• Prepare and post journals, including accruals, prepayments, cash and accounting adjustments.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and resolve outstanding discrepancies.
• Maintain fixed asset registers, ensuring accurate accounting for additions, disposals and depreciation.
• Support tax and statutory reporting requirements, including VAT, corporate tax and other local filings.
• Provide timely support during internal and external audits.
• Prepare regulatory and statistical submissions.
• Assist Accounting Managers with day-to-day accounting activities and financial reporting.
• Analyse financial data and prepare standard reports to support business decision-making.
• Contribute to process improvements and the enhancement of accounting controls and reconciliation processes.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, controls, regulations and best practice.

This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented finance professional who enjoys working collaboratively, solving problems, and driving efficiencies in a fast-paced international environment., AAT qualified or studying towards ACCA, CIMA or ACA -or- previous experience in an Accounting, Finance or similar field.

• Strong understanding of month-end accounting processes, journals, accruals, reconciliations and strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong understanding of fixed assets accounting, tax reporting and audit support.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines, while communicating clearly and effectively with all team members.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and using SAP, BlackLine or similar systems.
• Knowledge of internal controls and compliance requirements.
• Our benefits may vary per location. Please liaise with the Norgine TA representative to obtain more information.

At Norgine, we Dare to be different, Drive to achieve our goals, and Develop ourselves, our colleagues, and our communities. Our 3D career philosophy creates opportunities to grow, make an impact, and contribute to transforming healthcare for patients worldwide. For over a century, Norgine has been bringing transformative medicines to patients across Europe. Our commitment to improving lives, combined with our entrepreneurial spirit and collaborative culture.