Assistant financial Accountant

Michael Page; Abbey Gate; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temporary position

Flexible hours

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an Assistant Financial Accountant in Chatham to support the Accounting & Finance department within the insurance industry. The role focuses on maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with budgets, forecasts and statutory accounts, and supporting audits.

The successful candidate will have accounting experience, familiarity with regulatory standards, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work well in a team.

Qualifications

• Experience or knowledge in accounting and finance processes.
• Familiarity with financial regulations and reporting standards.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Ability to work well in a team and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Process financial and management accounts for designated areas.
• Maintain balance sheet reconciliations and ensure timetables are met.
• Assist with budget and forecast exercises as required.
• Assist with production of statutory accounts for the company and subsidiaries.
• Support external audits with internal and external auditors and stakeholders.
• Contribute to IT implementation projects and business process improvements.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Regulatory familiarity

Attention to detail

MS Excel

Team communication

Tools

Excel

Job description

This Assistant Financial Accountant role in Chatham involves supporting the Accounting & Finance department within the insurance industry. You'll play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.

Client Details

A financial services company based in Chatham operating across the UK.

Description

Responsible for the financial and management accounts processing for designated areas. Maintain accounting records for the assigned operations within the Corporation ensuring that all balance sheet reconciliations are prepared in line with timetable and resolve issues in timely manner. Assist with the budget and forecast exercises, as required.

Assist the Financial Accountant with the production of statutory accounts for the company & subsidiaries, working on assigned sections. Assist with other external reporting requirements on a quarterly basis, or as required.

Provide assistance during audits for the Corporation and assigned operations, liaising with internal and external auditors, actuaries, tax department, market reporting team, overseas finance staff and other key stakeholders.

Provide assistance to Financial Accountant with project work as required, such as IT implementation projects and upgrades, and provide support to develop and execute business process streamlining projects that comply with Corporation policies.

Provide cover for other members of the Financial Accounting team, as required.

Profile

A successful Assistant Financial Accountant should have:

• Experience or knowledge in accounting and finance processes.
• Familiarity with financial regulations and reporting standards.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Ability to work well in a team and communicate effectively.

Job Offer

• Hourly pay between 16.00 and 22.00, dependent on the level of experience.
• Temporary position offering flexibility.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.