Assistant Accountant
Location : Office based, Mitcham CR4 4TU
Salary : Competitive, plus excellent benefits
Contract : Full-time, permanent
About the Role
We are looking for an Assistant Accountant to join our finance team here at Centura Group.
This is a key role supporting the wider group finance function, assisting with the preparation of accurate and timely financial information across the business.
You will be involved in month-end processes, management accounts, budgeting, forecasting, audit support, and maintaining strong financial controls.
This is a great opportunity for a detail-focused and motivated finance professional who enjoys working as part of a team, developing their technical accounting skills, and contributing to continuous improvement within a growing construction business.
Key Responsibilities
Preparing and posting month end journals
Assist in preparation, review and analysis of the monthly management accounts for the Group Company, including profit and loss reports, providing commentary and analysis.
Assist with the preparation of working schedules for the annual audit
Assist with the audit queries
Cash outstanding reports
Assist in forecasting
Assist in the process of system upgrade testing
Assist in the production of annual overheads budget
Support the wider finance team and provide cover as when required
Assist in operating and improving internal controls within finance
Ad hoc projects as and when required by senior management
The job description is not intended to be an exhausted list of duties and responsibilities. You will be expected to perform tasks as necessitated within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the Group.
About You
CIMA qualified or equivalent
Excellent knowledge of excel
Maintaining confidentiality and using discretion where necessary
Reliable and conscientious and maintaining professionalism
Cultivate a positive team culture through collaboration
Supporting colleagues
Strong follow-up skills with attention to detail
Experience within construction industry would be an advantage
Excellent communication skills
About Us:
The Centura Group is the holding company for several businesses supplying specialist construction services to the UK and international markets.
Centura provides business support including Management, SHEQ, Finance, HR, and Training to the individual businesses.
We offer a competitive package, including:
26 days annual leave + bank holidays
Additional 3 days paid leave for community projects
Private pension plan (up to 7% employer contribution)
Private healthcare scheme
Life assurance
Health Assured: Employee Assistance Programme
Continuous training & development
Professional membership subscriptions
Cycle to Work Scheme & Eye Care Vouchers
Evening class / hobby allowance
Apply Today
If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role click on APPLY today, forwarding an up to date copy of your CV for consideration in the first instance.
No agencies please.
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