Assistant Accountant

Assistant Accountant- Hillsborough

Reed Recruitment is delighted to be working with a  successful and established local Hillsborough organisation. Our client has an exciting new opportunity for an experienced Assistant Accountant to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis.

This role will  support the Financial Controller with the day-to-day operations of the accounts department and month-end procedures. This role is ideal for someone with a keen eye for detail and strong analytical skills, who thrives in a dynamic environment.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts and variance analysis.
• Prepare weekly Sales Reports for management.
• Assist in the budgeting and forecasting processes, both internally and for the Group Parent Company, including flash forecasts at month-end and year-end.
• Manage monthly Balance Sheet control accounts and perform reconciliations.
• Assist with monthly reporting to the finance team in the Group parent company.
• Conduct monthly bank account reconciliations.
• Handle VAT returns, including liaison with HMRC.
• Manage Intrastat and EC Sales, including monthly returns.
• Prepare monthly TSS reporting.
• Assist with year-end accounts preparation, including liaison with external auditors.
• Oversee sales and purchase ledgers, posting/raising invoices as required.
• Support company HR and payroll.
• Manage company-owned fleet and hire vehicles, including operating costs and depreciation calculations.
• Update the Company’s Fixed Asset Register monthly.
• Assist with CSRD reporting to the Group parent company.
• Provide support to other areas of the Finance department as required.
• Collaborate with all departments, particularly on projects being explored or implemented.
• Undertake any other duties consistent with the purpose of this job or to support the needs of the business.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of experience within a similar finance role.
• ATI/AAT, QBE or part-qualified.
• Experience working with stock and job costing is desired.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work within a team.
• Proficient IT skills, including Microsoft Office – Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of UK and ROI VAT.
• Specific equipment training will be provided.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Supportive team environment.

If you would like to be considered for this position, then please apply via the link provided. Alternatively, please contact Caron Hamill from the Reed Offices directly and in the strictest of confidence. We look forward to hearing from you!