Assistant Accountant: Month-End Lead & Reconciliation

Jacob Grey Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacob Grey Recruitment is seeking an accounts professional to support the Head of Finance with month-end close and related activities. The role requires hands-on involvement in accruals, prepayments, journals, and balance-sheet reconciliations, with production of P&L/Trial Balance.

The candidate should have 2+ years in a similar role, be proficient in Sage/QuickBooks and Excel, and demonstrate strong numerical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Recent experience in the construction sector would be considered a distinct advantage.
• Minimum 2 years working in a similar role within a busy accounts department.
• Studying an Accounts Qualification favourable but will consider QBE
• Detailed knowledge of Sage & QuickBooks as well as expertise with MS Excel
• Excellent numeric skills and good attention to detail.
• Organised and able to prioritise. Some supervisory experience would be an advantage.
• Team player with excellent communication skills including good telephone manner and written skills.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end close and production of P&L/Trial Balance.
• Reconcile cash books and bank accounts, posting nominals and journals.
• Prepare CIS returns and liaise with HMRC; file VAT for main and subsidiary.
• Support the Purchase ledger team and resolve supplier/invoice queries.
• Oversee fixed assets depreciation and asset financing support.
• Oversee subsidiary accounts month-end duties and ownership.
• Manage expenses, petty cash and company credit card.

Skills

2+ years accounting experience

Excellent numerical skills

Attention to detail

Organised

Team player

Strong communication skills

Education

Accounts qualification favorable or QBE

Tools

Sage

QuickBooks

MS Excel

Job description

Jacob Grey Recruitment is seeking an accounts professional to support the Head of Finance with month-end close and related activities. The role requires hands-on involvement in accruals, prepayments, journals, and balance-sheet reconciliations, with production of P&L/Trial Balance.

The candidate should have 2+ years in a similar role, be proficient in Sage/QuickBooks and Excel, and demonstrate strong numerical and communication skills.