Part Qualified Accountant

Validus Risk Management Ltd.; Windsor; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Windsor is seeking a passionate part-qualified Accountant to join their Corporate team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience while studying. Responsibilities include assisting with financial reporting, budget preparation, and compliance tasks. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of relevant experience and be pursuing ACCA or CIMA qualifications. Join a supportive environment that encourages professional growth and development.

Benefits

Company Bonus Scheme

Enhanced Health Insurance

Financial Support for Qualifications

Pension

Qualifications

• 2-3 years professional experience in service industry or accounting practice.
• Currently studying toward ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent qualification.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and year-end accounts.
• Support the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis.
• Maintain and update the fixed asset register.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

ACCA

CIMA

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are looking for a passionate part-qualified Accountant to join our growing team. Our Corporate team is based in Windsor, but we have offices in London, New York, Toronto and Norway. This role will be assisting with the day-to-day operations of the finance team. It is a fantastic opportunity to learn alongside your studies.

Responsibilities include:

Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual Accounts:

· Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and year-end accounts, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.

· Support the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis.

Financial Reporting:

· Assist in the production of financial reports for management and stakeholders.

· Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and company policies.

Expense Management:

· Review submissions expenses, ensuring adherence to company policies.

Taxation and Compliance:

· Assist in Preparing VAT returns, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

· Provide support for other statutory returns as required.

Asset Management:

· Maintain and update the fixed asset register, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting.

Transactional Processing:

· Assist in day-to-day transactional processing, including purchase ledger, sales ledger, invoicing and credit control activities.

· Ensure cash reconciliation of accounts.

Audit and Compliance:

· Assist in responding to queries and data requests for the year-end financial audits.

· Ensure adherence to Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) rules and regulations.

Team Support and Collaboration:

· Work closely with other members of the finance team and other departments to support business operations.

· Provide mentoring and guidance to junior team members where applicable.

Qualifications and Education requirements

· 2-3 years professional experience, preferably within the service industry or at an accounting practice.

· Currently studying toward ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent qualification.

· Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial regulations.

· Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

· Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

· High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Compensation and Benefits

o Eligible to join company bonus scheme after 6 months (Up to 20% salary)

o Enhanced Health Insurance with Dental, Optical and Mental health benefits.

o Financial support towards qualifications

o Pension