Assistant Accountant Jobs in Andover at Stannah - Join Our Team!
Stannah have an exciting opportunity for a Assistant Accountant to join the Group Finance Team based at our head office in Andover.
This job will involve supporting the finance team in the preparation of statutory accounts and key financial reports for the Stannah Group. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to gain exposure to a broad range of financial responsibilities while developing both personally and professionally.
As the Assistant Accountant, you will work full-time hours. This job is a permanent position.
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to study towards a professional accounting qualification (which will be fully supported) and to gain experience across various aspects of finance in a large and successful business.
To be successful as the Assistant Accountant, it is essential that you have strong Excel skills and the ability to interpret large sets of data. Experience or a degree in finance or accounting would be desirable, but not essential if you have a keen interest and strong aptitude for numbers and analysis.
Assistant Accountant Responsibilities:
* Assist in preparation of statutory accounts and supporting notes
* Support preparation for the Group audit
* Liaise with overseas subsidiaries and assist with consolidation and annual returns
* Carry out internal audits for UK companies
* Collect data for bi-weekly ONS returns
* Regularly review UK balance sheet control accounts
* Assist with corporation tax and quarterly tax returns
* Support group property administration
* Prepare payment practice reports
* Help develop new processes and controls within the new finance system
* Assist with cashflow reporting, forecasting and budgeting
* Build working relationships with wider finance and treasury teams
* Review company expenses in line with policy
* Provide general finance support as required
Assistant Accountant Requirements:
* Ability to plan, prioritise, and organise workload
* Strong attention to detail and ability to self-check work
* Proficient Excel and general PC skills
* Comfortable working with and interpreting large datasets
* Positive, enthusiastic attitude with a flexible, investigative approach
* Calm under pressure and effective in a team environment
* Willingness to study towards a professional accountancy qualification
If you have previous experience working in finance or are looking to begin your career as a Assistant Accountant, Trainee Accountant or Finance Assistant, and are looking for a Trainee Accountant job in Andover, please click the "apply now" button or contact us for further information.
Company Information:
Stannah is a family-owned manufacturing and engineering company. Our products move people and goods in and around homes and buildings. We make life easier for people. We do this by improving access for greater convenience and independence.
Joseph Stannah founded the business in 1867. A lot has happened since then and today Stannah is a global business. The family is in their fifth generation and plays a hands-on role in running the business. Most people know us for our stairlifts. Our range of products includes lifts, escalators, and homelifts. We also provide maintenance and repair services.
Stannah Group is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer. We treat all our job applicants fairly and with respect.
Our employees are the heart of our business. We take great care to create a working environment where everyone feels valued. Join our team and be a part of our diverse and inclusive community!
Benefits Include:
* Market Aligned Salary, paid on a monthly basis
* Profit Share Bonus Scheme, paid to all employees every quarter. Based on Group Company profits
* 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
* Holiday scheme to buy extra days' annual leave
* Pension Scheme. Matched contribution/salary sacrifice
* SimplyHealth Cash Plan. Allows you to claim towards health costs. For example, dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody treatments and more
* Life Assurance Scheme
* Long Service award scheme, with holiday benefit
* Company Benefits Discount Rewards Scheme. Includes shop discounts, hotel discounts, days out, and more
* Employee Assistance Programme. A workplace initiative to support and enhance well-being
* Enhanced maternity and paternity provision
* Free parking
* Company Funded LinkedIn Learning Account
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive high numbers of applications for the role.
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