Assistant Accountant – SAP & Financial Reporting

JAC Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A machinery company in the UK is looking for an Assistant Accountant to handle expense claims, prepare BACS runs, and manage financial reports. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of accounting principles and experience with SAP. Duties also include liaising with external professionals and performing bank reconciliations. The position requires excellent communication and organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and VAT compliance.
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Process expense claims and post expenses to the purchase ledger monthly.
• Prepare BACS runs twice a month, including collation and execution.
• Prepare entries and schedules for fixed assets, prepayments, and accruals.
• Reconcile ledger accounts and assist with AR/AP control.
• Produce weekly and monthly cash flow reports and forecasts.
• Liaise with external professionals via phone and email.

Skills

Knowledge of accounting principles

VAT compliance

Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems

Proficiency in MS Excel

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

Job description

A machinery company in the UK is looking for an Assistant Accountant to handle expense claims, prepare BACS runs, and manage financial reports. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of accounting principles and experience with SAP. Duties also include liaising with external professionals and performing bank reconciliations. The position requires excellent communication and organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.