Assistant Accountant

Page Personnel; South Nutfield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £35,000–£40,000

33 days holiday including bank holiday

Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption

Career development opportunities

Long service recognition every 5 years

Discounted car schemes and high street

Discounted gym memberships

One paid volunteering day per year

Job summary

Page Personnel is sourcing an Assistant Accountant for a retail organisation in Surrey. The role focuses on maintaining financial records, assisting with month-end processes, and supporting audits.

You will reconcile accounts, process invoices, and help prepare financial reports. The ideal candidate has experience in finance, Excel proficiency, and an accounting qualification or progress toward one.

Salary £35,000–£40,000 with enhanced holiday entitlement and strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience in an accounting/finance role within retail
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices
• Proficiency with accounting software and Excel
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement
• Ability to work effectively within a team and independently
• Qualification or working towards accounting qualification would be beneficial

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and ledgers
• Prepare financial reports and statements
• Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies promptly
• Process invoices and manage accounts payable and receivable
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes
• Support audits and ensure compliance with financial regulations
• Collaborate with finance team to ensure effective financial management
• Support ad hoc financial tasks as required by the department

Skills

Strong knowledge of accounting

Proactive problem-solving

Teamwork and independence

Attention to detail

Education

Professional accounting qualification (or working towards)

Tools

Accounting software

Excel

Job description

About Our Client

An organisation within the retail industry located in Surrey.

Job Description

• Assist in maintaining accurate financial records and ledgers.
• Support in preparing financial reports and statements.
• Reconcile accounts and ensure discrepancies are resolved promptly.
• Process invoices and manage accounts payable and receivable.
• Assist with month-end and year-end financial close processes.
• Provide support during audits and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Work closely with the finance team to ensure effective financial management.
• Support ad hoc financial tasks as required by the department.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Assistant Accountant should have:

• Previous experience in an accounting or finance role within the retail industry.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in using accounting software and Excel.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• The ability to work effectively within a team and independently.
• A recognised accounting qualification or working towards one would be beneficial.

What's on Offer

• Salary between £35,000 and £40,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• Enhanced holiday entitlement of 33 days, including bank holidays.
• Industry-leading maternity, paternity and adoption pay.
• Opportunities for career development and progression.
• Recognition of long service every 5 years.
• Discounted car schemes and high street discounts.
• Access to discounted gym memberships.
• One day a year paid voluntary / community work