Job Description
Assistant Accountant - 6-12 month contractLocation: Huntingdon (On-site)Salary: £32 - £35k + BenefitsWe are delighted to be partnering with a well-established and growing manufacturing organisation to recruit an Assistant Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity to join an innovative business operating across multiple high-performance industries, offering real scope to develop and make an impact, with potential for a permanent role after the initial contract period.Reporting into the Senior Management Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting the finance function and contributing to continuous improvement across financial processes.Key ResponsibilitiesMaintain daily and monthly cashflow forecastsAssist with the preparation of monthly management accounts, including:Trial BalanceProfit & LossBalance SheetVariance analysis with commentaryReconcile control accountsPost accruals, prepayments, and other journals (including sales, cost of sales, and payroll)Maintain the fixed asset register and process depreciationSupport budgeting processes and monthly cost reporting to department managersAssist with year-end processes and financial analysisConduct financial reporting and ad hoc investigationsPerform daily banking activities and bank reconciliationsSupport VAT return preparation (quarterly)Calculate product gross marginsContribute to the development of financial systems and internal controlsAbout YouMinimum 3 years' experience in a similar role, ideally within a manufacturing environmentAAT/CIMA part-qualified or actively studying towards a professional accounting qualificationStrong attention to detail and high level of accuracyConfident communicator with the ability to work cross-functionallyProactive, self-motivated, and adaptable in a fast-paced environmentAdvanced Excel skills (including pivot tables, SUMIFs, VLOOKUPs)What's on OfferOpportunity to join a growing and forward-thinking businessExposure to a broad finance remitSupport for ongoing professional developmentCollaborative and dynamic working environmentSuitable candidates must live in a commutable location and be available to start work imminently.For further information, please contact Kul Mahal on 01480 436000 or email,INDFINTPBN1_UKTJ