Lease Accounting Associate - Retail Property (6-Month Contract)

Project People; Reading; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK seeks an Associate Accountant for a 6-month contract in Reading. This position is ideal for finance professionals aiming to enhance their accounting skills in a dynamic retail environment. Responsibilities include supporting monthly property costs, assisting with audits, and improving accounting processes. Candidates should have a degree in Accounting or Finance and experience in a finance role, with strong Excel skills and an analytical mindset.

Qualifications

• Some experience working in a finance or accounting role.
• Studying towards an accounting qualification (e.g., AAT, ACCA, CIMA).

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation and analysis of monthly property costs and financial reports.
• Assist with balance sheet reconciliations and help identify & resolve variances.
• Provide support during internal and external audits.
• Gather and analyze data using established accounting tools.
• Help improve accounting processes and reporting efficiency.
• Work closely with commercial finance teams and external providers.
• Contribute to one-off projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

Attention to detail

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline

Job description

A leading recruitment agency in the UK seeks an Associate Accountant for a 6-month contract in Reading. This position is ideal for finance professionals aiming to enhance their accounting skills in a dynamic retail environment. Responsibilities include supporting monthly property costs, assisting with audits, and improving accounting processes. Candidates should have a degree in Accounting or Finance and experience in a finance role, with strong Excel skills and an analytical mindset.