Assistant Accountant

Pertemps; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant to support the Finance Team. This role involves preparing management accounts, budget analysis, and month-end reconciliations. The ideal candidate has strong Excel skills and a team-oriented approach. The position offers hybrid working and the potential for ACCA/CIMA study support after probation. Competitive salary around £30k based on experience.

Benefits

Hybrid working

12.5% non-contributory pension

Onsite gym

Free parking

Qualifications

• Qualified by experience in a similar role.
• Experience preparing accounts to trial balance.
• Ability to develop internal relationships.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of management accounts for external clients.
• Support the client team leader in delivering funding packs.
• Completion of month end balance sheet reconciliations.

Skills

Preparation of management accounts

Budget variance analysis

Time management

Team collaboration

Excel competency

Job description

Are you an Accounts Assistant who is looking for a new opportunity to work for a leading organisation who have a commitment to promote internally and offer study support? If you have experience of preparing accounts and are looking for that next step this could be the position for you. My client offers hybrid working after initial probation and training, onsite gym, a 12.5% non-contributory pension, the option to apply for ACCA/CIMA study support (after completed probation) and a salary circa £30k depending on experience.

Free parking and close to public transport links.

You will report to Finance Team Leader work as part of the busy Client Reporting Team.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of management accounts for external clients.
• Budget variance analysis in co-operation with the budget holders.
• Support the client team leader in the delivery of the Client Reporting funding packs
• Completion of month end balance sheet reconciliations within prescribed timelines and resolving balances with the AP function.
• Creation and processing of bank payments and Bank Reconciliations
• Working closely with our operations department to deliver vessel commentary to our clients.
• Management of Cash Book and General Ledger
• Maintenance of open purchase orders and following AP internal processes and performing Commitment Key Checks
• Processing General Ledger transactions, including accruals and prepayments.
• Ad hoc duties for clients and management.
• You may be asked from time to time be asked to undertake other tasks that are relevant to your position.

Essential

• Qualified by experience in relevant/similar role
• Experience preparing accounts to trial balance
• Ability to prioritise and manage deadlines with time management skills
• Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
• Ability to develop internal relationships within the role
• Willing to adopt a can-do approach
• Competent with Excel and Word

I look forward to receiving your application.

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