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Assistant Accountant

KHR - Recruitment Specialists

Tonbridge and Malling

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GBP 25,000 - 35,000

Full time

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Job summary

A leading global business focused on sustainability seeks an Assistant Accountant for a temporary role of 3 to 4 months. You will play a key role in monthly accounts processes, support inter-departmental functions, and have opportunities for professional development in accounting qualifications. The position demands attention to detail, proactive problem-solving skills, and proficiency in financial software like SAP.

Qualifications

  • Degree in Finance or Accounting preferred.
  • Part/Fully Qualified Accountant (AAT/ACCA/CIMA) required.
  • Experience with SAP and strong analytical skills emphasized.

Responsibilities

  • Provide accounting support to the Financial Controller.
  • Contribute to budget and forecasting processes.
  • Prepare reports and manage expenditures as required.

Skills

Analytical skills
Attention to detail
Proactive problem-solver

Education

Degree in Finance or Accounting
Part/Fully Qualified Accountant (AAT/ACCA/CIMA)

Tools

SAP
Microsoft Office

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Assistant Accountant
Snodland, Kent
Monday to Friday 8.30 am to 4.30 pm

KHR is working in collaboration with a leading global business focused on sustainability, continuous improvement and employee growth who are looking to hire an Assistant Accountant for circa 3 to 4 months.

As the Assistant Accountant, you will provide accounting support to the Financial Controller, play a key role in the monthly accounts process, and provide cover & support to other departmental functions.

Responsibilities of the Assistant Accountant will include, yet not be limited to:

- Budget and Forecasts: contribute to the annual budget, and monthly forecasting processes, providing information and managing input from other departments as required
- Assist with monitoring capital expenditure including cost tracking, cash flow forecast, variance analysis and project compliance
- Prepare reports and key performance indicators as required
- Prepare and input journals to the SAP GL, maintaining the audit trail for each transaction
- Prepare ad-hoc payments and ensure processed on time and approved in line with a chart of authority
- Prepare control account reconciliations and monthly reconciliation of interfaces including
– Production and stock systems; resolve any issues that arise
- Process non-stock invoices for items such as sundry income and group recharges
- Liaise with intercompany customers and suppliers to ensure that the intercompany balances reconcile each month-end
- Undertake study and complete exams for one of the main accountancy bodies.
- Subsequently, acquire sufficient knowledge and experience to apply for full membership
- Any other duties as deemed appropriate by the Financial Controller

Candidate Profile

– Degree in Finance or Accounting (preferred)
– Part/Fully Qualified Accountant (AAT/ACCA/CIMA)
– Analytical skills and attention to detail
– SAP and Microsoft Office proficiency
– Proactive problem-solver with a hands-on approach
– Adaptable and committed to continuous improvement

To be considered please apply today.

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