Assistant Accountant - Project Cost & Month-End Analyst

Northland Controls; Letchworth; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k)

PTO

Job summary

Northland Controls is seeking a detail-oriented Assistant Accountant in Letchworth, UK to support financial reporting, project cost control, and month-end processes. This role provides hands-on experience and progression within a collaborative finance team.

The ideal candidate is part-qualified ACCA/CIMA or actively pursuing qualification, with strong Excel skills and a keen eye for detail. A proactive, organized approach and ability to work to deadlines are essential.

Qualifications

• Part-qualified ACCA or CIMA (or actively working towards qualification).
• Experience with project accounting or cost tracking is desirable.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient in Excel and accounting systems.
• Effective communication and ability to work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial reports, records, and general ledger accounts.
• Monitor and control project costs, including labour, materials, and overheads.
• Track, analyse, and reconcile project expenses against budgets weekly and monthly.
• Prepare AR month-end journal entries, financial analyses, and reconciliations.
• Process sales invoices and credit notes accurately and timely.
• Provide administrative support for accounts receivable activities.
• Support month-end close processes; ensure reporting deadlines are met.
• Assist audits and respond to financial information requests.
• Carry out additional duties as directed by the Finance Manager.

Skills

ACCA/CIMA (part-qualified)

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

Part-qualified ACCA or CIMA

Job description

Northland Controls is seeking a detail-oriented Assistant Accountant in Letchworth, UK to support financial reporting, project cost control, and month-end processes. This role provides hands-on experience and progression within a collaborative finance team.

The ideal candidate is part-qualified ACCA/CIMA or actively pursuing qualification, with strong Excel skills and a keen eye for detail. A proactive, organized approach and ability to work to deadlines are essential.