Assistant Accountant - Growth & Reporting Specialist

Michael Page International Recruitment Limited; Southampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page International Recruitment Limited is seeking an Assistant Accountant for a growing organisation based in Southampton. The role involves maintaining accurate financial records, day-to-day bookkeeping, and supporting the accounting team with preparation of statements and reports.

You will reconcile accounts, assist with budgets and forecasts, process invoices and payments, and collaborate across departments to provide financial analysis.

Qualifications

• Maintain accurate financial records and oversee day-to-day bookkeeping activities.
• Assist in preparing financial statements and reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Reconcile accounts, including bank statements and ledgers, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Support the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
• Process invoices, payments, and expenses in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with other departments to gather financial data and provide analysis when required.
• Help in preparing for audits and liaising with external auditors.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain day-to-day bookkeeping and financial record-keeping responsibilities.
• Assist in compiling financial statements and management reports.
• Reconcile accounts and ensure ledger accuracy.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Process invoices and payments in a timely manner.
• Liaise with auditors and assist with audits as needed.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Financial analysis

Reconciliation

Budgeting

Job description

Michael Page International Recruitment Limited is seeking an Assistant Accountant for a growing organisation based in Southampton. The role involves maintaining accurate financial records, day-to-day bookkeeping, and supporting the accounting team with preparation of statements and reports.

You will reconcile accounts, assist with budgets and forecasts, process invoices and payments, and collaborate across departments to provide financial analysis.