Assistant Accountant

We Do Group; West Byfleet; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

An established facilities provider in West Byfleet is seeking an Assistant Accountant for a 6-month contract. This on-site role involves preparing financial documents, managing client invoicing, and supporting financial reporting. Candidates should have finance administration experience and strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel. The position offers competitive pay and a chance to work in a dynamic environment alongside experienced professionals.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar finance or accounts administration role.
• Solid understanding of basic accounting and payment procedures.
• Proficiency with large complex finance systems and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journals, accruals, and prepayments.
• Manage transactional client invoicing.
• Collaborate with site managers and management accountants.

Skills

Finance administration experience

Understanding of accounting procedures

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Job description

Overview

6 Month Contract | West Byfleet (3 Days On-Site) | Parking Available

£34,000–£36,000 per annum (Equivalent to hourly rate inside IR35)

We're working with an established and fast-growing facilities provider known nationally as a leader in their niche. They're currently seeking an Assistant Accountant to join their finance team during a busy period of financial activity and reporting. This is a varied and hands-on role suited to a detail-driven finance professional with transactional experience and a solid grounding in accounting processes.

Based in West Byfleet, this is an on-site role (3 days per week) with free parking and the opportunity to work within a dynamic and innovative environment. The contract is offered on a 6 month basis with an immediate start.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journals, accruals, and prepayments as part of the month-end process.
• Manage transactional client invoicing, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
• Collaborate with site managers, commercial business partners, and management accountants to verify complete and accurate revenue and cost data.
• Support reporting setup and integration for new business units, ensuring compliance with revenue recognition standards.
• Produce departmental profit and loss reports and related billing, ensuring accuracy and approval.
• Maintain accurate customer account records, manage queries, and complete balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist with audit preparation and contribute to ad hoc finance projects as required.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in a similar finance or accounts administration role
• Solid understanding of basic accounting and payment procedures
• Proficiency with large complex finance systems and Microsoft Excel
• High attention to detail and data accuracy
• Excellent organisational, time management and communication skills

Why Join

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a nationally recognised facilities business during a key period of growth. You'll work alongside experienced finance professionals in a supportive, high-performance environment, with exposure to both operational and technical accounting tasks.

Apply

If you're an experienced finance administrator ready for your next contract role - and available immediately - we'd love to hear from you.

Details

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries: Facilities Services