Assistant Accountant - Hybrid Role (Wareham) £30,000-£35,000

Office Angels; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for an Assistant Accountant to join a dynamic finance team in Wareham. This hybrid position requires support in external regulatory reporting, preparing statutory accounts, and balance sheet reconciliations. The ideal candidate will be part-qualified as ACA/CIMA/ACCA or have 3+ years of relevant experience, be AAT qualified, and possess excellent Excel skills. This role offers flexibility and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Part-qualified accountant or 3+ years in financial reporting.
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with financial systems.
• Analytical mindset with clear presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate external regulatory reporting including VAT and Annual Financial Reports.
• Assist in preparing statutory accounts and year-end schedules.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns, handle queries.

Skills

Excel skills

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Education

AAT qualified

Part-qualified accountant (ACA/CIMA/ACCA)

Job description

Assistant Accountant - Hybrid Role (Wareham) 30,000- 35,000

Ready to take the next step in your finance career?

We are seeking an Assistant Accountant to support our growing and forward-thinking client, a respected leader in the care and housing sector.

This is a hybrid position based in Wareham, with occasional travel to the office, giving you the flexibility to balance work and life while contributing to a dynamic finance team.

What You'll Do:

• Coordinate and deliver external regulatory reporting including VAT, NROSH, and Annual Financial Reports.
• Assist in preparing statutory accounts and year-end schedules for external auditors.
• Support with Office of National Statistics returns and quarterly submissions.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns, handle queries, and reconcile control accounts.
• Work on balance sheet reconciliations, budgeting systems, and due diligence for acquisitions.
• Collaborate on fixed asset reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Be a key player in monthly journal reviews and other external reporting tasks.

What We're Looking For:

• Part-qualified accountant (ACA/CIMA/ACCA) or 3+ years in financial reporting, management accounting, or budgeting.
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with financial systems.
• AAT qualified.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to present information clearly.
• Excellent time management and confidence to liaise with senior colleagues and external providers.

Contact our team today to hear more about this or other opportunities. Office Angels South Coast Team - (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed)

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