1. My client is looking for an Assistant Accountant for their site in Whiteley.
2. Excellent salary & benefits (hybrid working/study) to the successful candidate.
About Our Client
My client is a financial services business with these offices based in Whiteley, but also with 7 other offices in Europe and one in the US.
Job Description
3. Assist with all aspects of accounting matters, including the accounting of all transactions, and the preparation of quarterly reports and statutory financial statements
4. Assist with the completion of investor, client and audit queries
5. Prepare periodic bank reconciliations and provide supporting documentation evidencing transactions
6. Prepare drawdown and distribution calculations plus notices on an ad hoc basis when requested by clients
7. Maintain accurate records on eFront and Microsoft Excel working paper schedules for all aspects of bookkeeping
8. Prepare and input payments for routine expenses, investment transactions and distributions to investors
9. Assist and support the induction, integration and training of Trainee staff
The Successful Applicant
10. The candidate will be expected to be studying towards a relevant professional qualification (preferably having commenced ACCA Fundamental Skills level or ACA Professional level). Candidates who are AAT Qualified (or nearing completion) who are looking to move on to ACA/ACCA, will equally be considered.
11. Graduates with relevant degrees and a relevant placement year, or with releavant post uni accounting exposure, would also be considered.
12. Computer literacy skills are essential
13. Excellent communication skills
What's on Offer
An excellent salary and benefits package, including study support that would amount to 92 days if starting from scratch and also with bonus/healthcare etc, is available to the successful candidate.This business prides itself of the development and progression of their staff and there is a very clear upward route for the successful candidate.