Assistant Accountant

Matchtech; Preston; Hybrid; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the defense sector is seeking an Assistant Accountant for a 12-month contract in Preston. This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, allowing you to work on-site 1-2 days a week after training. You'll provide crucial financial support, prepare accurate finance information, and manage high volumes of data while ensuring financial targets are met. If you're an experienced accountant eager to advance your career in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a dedicated finance team and contribute to meaningful projects in the defense industry!

Qualifications

• Strong technical accounting knowledge and studying towards finance accreditation.
• Proficiency in Excel and experience with financial systems like SAP.

Responsibilities

• Providing financial support and preparing accurate finance information.
• Managing data and supporting Management Accountants and Business Partners.

Skills

accountant

assistant accountant

management accountant

accounts receivable

accounts payable

analytical skills

communication skills

problem-solving abilities

Education

Finance accreditation (in progress)

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Job Summary

Assistant Accountant - 12 month contract - Preston - £19.89ph UMB or £15.30ph PAYE (Inside IR35)

Hybrid working 1-2 days a week on site

Key Skills Required for this Role:

accountant, assistant accountant, management accountant, accounts receivable, accounts payable.

Job Description:

Our client BAE Systems, a prominent player in the defence and security sector, is currently seeking an Assistant Management Accountant to join their Shared Services team in Preston on a contract basis for 12 months. This role involves a hybrid working arrangement, requiring you to be onsite 4 days a week during training, reducing to 1-2 days once up to speed.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Providing financial support to an operational environment
2. Preparing accurate and efficient finance information
3. Managing high volumes of data
4. Supporting Management Accountants and Business Partners
5. Ensuring annual financial targets (EBITA & Cash) are met
6. Delivering SS reporting activities on schedule
7. Contributing to change and transformation activities
8. Identifying, communicating and implementing process improvements

Job Requirements:

1. Strong technical accounting knowledge (studying towards finance accreditation)
2. Proficiency in IT and analytical skills, particularly Excel
3. Experience using financial systems such as SAP is desirable
4. Ability to communicate effectively with the operational team
5. Strong skills in planning, organising and managing multiple delivery requirements against tight deadlines
6. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
7. Strong attention to detail and good problem-solving abilities
8. Ability to work on your own initiative

If you are an experienced accountant looking to advance your career in the defence sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dedicated finance team in Preston.