Assistant Accountant

Reevr; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Sunbury-on-Thames is seeking an experienced Assistant Accountant for a 9-month fixed-term contract. The role involves maintaining financial records, supporting compliance, and assisting with reporting activities. Ideal candidates will have experience in a fast-paced finance environment, be actively studying towards ACCA or CIMA, and possess strong technical skills along with a proactive and hands-on approach. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact within a dynamic finance team.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a busy finance team.
• Attention to detail is essential.
• Ability to work to deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support the Financial Controller across all accounting activities.
• Manage quarterly SOX reporting.
• Prepare monthly accruals, journals, and account reconciliations.
• Maintain the Fixed Asset Register and assist with forecasts.
• Manage monthly commission processes and reporting.
• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and finance projects.

Skills

Strong technical accounting skills

Excellent communication skills

Analytical ability

Proactive approach

IT skills

Education

Part-qualified ACCA/CIMA or actively studying

Job description

Assistant Accountant – 9-Month FTC

Location: Sunbury-on-Thames

Salary: £60,000–£65,000

Hours: Mon–Thu 08:00–16:30, Fri 08:00–13:30

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Accountant to join our Finance team on a 9‑month fixed‑term contract. Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Assistant Accountant will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting compliance requirements, and assisting with monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting activities.

The ideal candidate for this Assistant Accountant role will have experience working in a fast‑paced finance environment and be actively studying towards ACCA or CIMA. Strong technical skills, analytical ability, and a proactive, hands‑on approach are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Financial Controller across all accounting activities
• Manage quarterly SOX reporting
• Prepare monthly accruals, journals, and account reconciliations
• Maintain the Fixed Asset Register and assist with forecasts
• Manage monthly commission processes and reportingSupport P&L analysis, revenue recognition testing and inter‑company reconciliations
• Assist with statutory accounts, audits, 7th Day reporting and stock take
• Provide support to AR, including cash posting and annual credit checks
• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and finance projects as required

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in a busy finance team
• Part‑qualified ACCA/CIMA or actively studying
• Strong technical accounting skills and attention to detail
• Proactive, organised and able to work to deadlines
• Excellent communication and IT skills

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Accountant to join a dynamic finance team, gain wide exposure across the accounting function, and make a real impact from day one.