Assistant Accountant – Bank Reconciliation Team (hybrid working)

TN United Kingdom; Witham; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Assistant Accountant to join their dynamic Accounting Operations team. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to work closely with senior management while producing and reviewing balance sheet reconciliations and journal entries. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring timely financial reporting and communication with offshore counterparts. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive culture, this position is perfect for those looking to grow their career in a vibrant environment. Join a company that values diversity and inclusion, and be part of a team that thrives on collaboration and innovation.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Supportive Leadership

Career Growth Opportunities

Inclusive Culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ accounts experience.
• Good accounting knowledge with experience in reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Produce and review balance sheet reconciliations.
• Ensure all month-end and quarter-end deliverables are met.

Skills

Accounting Knowledge

Balance Sheet Reconciliations

Journal Entries

Communication Skills

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Education

AAT Qualification or Equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Accountant – Bank Reconciliation Team (hybrid working), Witham

Client:

GB010 Marsh Corporate Services

Location:

Witham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

9401e6278d34

Job Views:

19

Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Description:

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Accounting Operations team at Marsh & McLennan Companies (MMC). This role will be based in Witham. It is a hybrid role requiring at least three days a week in the office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce and review balance sheet reconciliations.
• Create, review, and approve journal entries.
• Carry out exception reporting, perform checks prior to issuing, and ensure timely investigation and resolution of exception items.
• Ensure all month-end and quarter-end deliverables are met.
• Communicate regularly with offshore counterparts, including senior management and treasury.
• Record and monitor new tasks through change control processes.
• Attend meetings with managers and colleagues, and assist with ad-hoc tasks, projects, and initiatives.
• Assist with current and future accounting operation transitions.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Minimum 2 years’ accounts experience.
• Good accounting knowledge, with experience in balance sheet reconciliations and journal entries.
• Part or fully qualified AAT or equivalent academic background.
• Exceptional communication skills for interacting with clients and colleagues.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in similar environments.
• Knowledge of banking reconciliations, double entry bookkeeping, journal entries.
• Experience with FX clearance is a plus.

Why Join Us:

• Opportunities for professional development and interesting work.
• Supportive leadership and a vibrant, inclusive culture.
• Career growth opportunities, benefits, and rewards to support your well-being.

Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC) is a global leader in risk, strategy, and people, advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer, and Oliver Wyman. With annual revenue of $23 billion and over 85,000 colleagues, we help build confidence to thrive through diverse perspectives. Visit marshmclennan.com or follow us on LinkedIn and X. Marsh McLennan is committed to diversity, inclusion, and flexible working environments. We aim to attract and retain the best talent and provide reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities. All colleagues are expected to work at least three days per week in the office, with designated 'anchor days' for full team in-person collaboration.