Overhead Accountant - 12 month FTC

AJ Walter Aviation; Slinfold; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global aviation firm is seeking an Overhead Accountant responsible for managing overhead-related accounting, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and aiding the month-end close process. Ideal candidates will have a solid understanding of accounting principles and be proficient in Excel and ERP systems. Join a dynamic team committed to shaping the future of aviation with flexible work arrangements.

Benefits

Free access to LinkedIn Learning

Onsite gym

Discretionary bonus

Private healthcare

Relocation support

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of overheads, accruals, and prepayments is essential.
• Experience in the aviation industry is desirable.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage overhead-related accounting including accruals and prepayments.
• Support accurate financial reporting and month-end closing process.
• Assist with vendor rebates and procurement inquiries.

Skills

Accounting principles understanding

Organisational skills

Effective communication

Excel proficiency

Multi-tasking ability

Tools

ERP systems

Quantum

Job description

Join AJW as an Overhead Accountant, responsible for managing all aspects of overhead-related accounting, including accruals, prepayments and expense allocations. This role supports accurate financial reporting, ensures proper treatment of overhead costs and contributes to the integrity of the month-end close process.

What you’ll be doing:

Overhead Accounting

• Process and maintain accurate records for prepayments and accruals.
• Process and maintain accurate records for expense accruals.
• Vendor Rebate reconciliations.
• Respond to and resolve overhead-related queries from internal stakeholders.

Month-End and Financial Reporting

• Review all overheads to ensure correct allocation and measurement.
• Prepare the overhead reporting file.
• Roll forward the Balance Sheet and Income Statement reports in the ERP.
• Assist with the preparation of the Tax Pack for compliance purposes.

Vendor and Procurement Support

• Manage the bank verification process for vendor set-ups and changes to vendor bank details.
• Raise Finance Purchase Orders, ensuring accurate coding.
• Supporting the wider finance function where required with ad hoc duties.

About you

Essential

• Solid understanding of accounting principles, especially surrounding overheads, accruals, and prepayments.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communicator with the ability to manage queries from cross-functional teams.
• Proficient in Excel and familiar with ERP systems.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable

• Experience in the aviation industry
• Experience using Quantum

Why join us?

We are AJW. We connect, supply, and deliver. We’re proud to be part of an industry that connects the world.

At AJW, we’re more than just a business—we’re a global team shaping the future of aviation. We invest in the people who make it happen. When you join us, you’ll be part of an innovative, supportive, and inclusive workplace where you can grow and thrive.

• A team fun budget to bring colleagues together.
• Free access to LinkedIn Learning to support your development.
• Opportunities to take part in charity events, volunteering, and community projects.
• A modern office with an onsite gym, bike-to-work scheme, and a great restaurant.
• A discretionary bonus and private healthcare.
• Relocation support if you're moving closer to our HQ.

We encourage five days a week in the office to strengthen teamwork, collaboration, and development. However, we understand personal circumstances vary, and we support flexibility where needed.

AJW Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.