Assistant Accountant

NORTHAMBER PLC; Ewell; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A long established IT distribution company in Ewell is seeking to fill a key role in finance. You will be responsible for supporting the preparation of monthly management accounts, performing reconciliations, and ensuring the accuracy of financial records. The ideal candidate should have strong attention to detail, numeracy skills, and proficiency in Excel. This role requires the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and contribute to financial operations.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and numeracy skills are essential.
• Experience working in a fast-moving financial environment is preferred.
• Excel proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Support production and maintenance of accurate accounting records.
• Assist in preparation of consolidated monthly Management Accounts.
• Perform monthly Balance Sheet Reconciliations.
• Conduct bank and intercompany reconciliations.
• Manage month end journal postings and cash flow forecasts.
• Assist in VAT return preparation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numeracy

Team collaboration

Excel proficiency

Ability to identify improvements

Job description

Opportunity to join a long established IT distribution company based in Chessington, Surrey in a key role reporting into the Financial Controller.

Main Responsibilities

• Core supporting responsibilities in the production and maintenance of accurate accounting records within a sound control environment.
• Assisting the Financial Controller with preparation of consolidated monthly Management Accounts
• Performing monthly Balance Sheet Reconciliations
• Bank reconciliations
• Intercompany reconciliation
• Month end journal postings
• Day-to-day financial operations required to maintain the integrity and accuracy of the company s financial records (e.g. confirm accuracy of daily reports and data uploads)
• Provision of daily key information and assistance with cash flow forecasts to management
• Month end close activities (e.g. accruals and journals)
• Assistance with preparation and filing of VAT return and other statutory submissions
• Any other duties that may from time to time be required by the management of the company

Experience & Competencies Desirable

• Strong attention to detail
• Highly numerate
• Strong team player with good communication and relationship skills
• Strong Excel knowledge
• Experience of working in a fast-moving environment
• Ability to identify improvement opportunities and recommend change