Assistant Accountant

VANRATH; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing business in Derry/Londonderry is seeking an Assistant Accountant for a 6-month contract. Ideal candidates will possess a relevant degree and have experience in month-end processes. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, alongside a dynamic work environment. Immediate start available.

Benefits

Free parking

Joining a dynamic international business

Qualifications

• 6 months experience in a similar role.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Ability to communicate effectively with various contacts.

Responsibilities

• Support the Accounts team ensuring accuracy and timeliness of work.
• Assist in the production of management accounts and variance analysis.
• Prepare month-end accruals and journal entries.

Skills

Microsoft Office skills

Proactive problem solving

Strong reporting skills

Education

Degree in Accountancy or relevant subject

Studying towards CIMA / ACCA

Job description

Job Description

A manufacturing business based in the Derry/Londonderry area require an Assistant Accountant to join their team for an initial period of 6 months, are you an experienced Assistant Accountant who is comfortable with the month end processes?

Salary/ Benefits

In order to attract the very best talent on the market a generous remuneration package is on offer based on experience plus a range of benefits including:

• Starting salary of £28,000
• Joining a large, dynamic, international business
• Immediate start
• Free parking

Client

VANRATH are delighted to be working with one of Northern Ireland's most recognisable employers who are currently recruiting an Assistant Accountant to join their team, initially on a 6 month contract basis, with potential for extension.

The Ideal Person

If you are an Assistant Accountant/Assistant Management Accountant;

• Degree or equivalent in Accountancy or another relevant subject.
• Studying towards accounts technician or CIMA / ACCA
• 6 Mths Experience in a similar role.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
• Ability to communicate with a wide range of contacts from corporate and external vendors to manufacturing employees.
• Proactive problem solving and results oriented, able to work on own initiative.
• Strong reporting skills.
• Ability to work productively and flexibly while meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

As an Assistant Accountant you will:

• Working with and supporting the Accounts team to ensure accuracy and timeliness of work in accordance with pre-determined metrics.
• Assist in the production of management accounts.
• Variance Analysis.
• Prepare and Post Journals.
• Month-end Balance sheet reconciliations.
• Bank Reconciliations
• Completion of FP&A Supplementals.
• Prepare month-end accruals in a timely manner per the month end checklist.
• Support the processing on Payroll, Pension Scheme Administration and submission of HMRC returns
• Contribute to the overall success of the Accounts team, promoting and maintaining a positive work environment.
• Ad hoc projects as required.

For further information on this vacancy, or any other Accountancy & Finance job in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Jamie Gault in the strictest confidence.

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