Job Details
Updated: Wed, Feb 19, 2025 9:39 AM
Assistant Accountant
Snodland, Kent
Monday to Friday 8.30 am to 4.30 pm
KHR is working in collaboration with a leading global business focused on sustainability, continuous improvement and employee growth who are looking to hire an Assistant Accountant for circa 3 to 4 months.
As the Assistant Accountant, you will provide accounting support to the Financial Controller, play a key role in the monthly accounts process, and provide cover & support to other departmental functions.
Responsibilities of the Assistant Accountant will include, yet not be limited to:
- Budget and Forecasts: contribute to the annual budget, and monthly forecasting processes, providing information and managing input from other departments as required
- Assist with monitoring capital expenditure including cost tracking, cash flow forecast, variance analysis and project compliance
- Prepare reports and key performance indicators as required
- Prepare and input journals to the SAP GL, maintaining the audit trail for each transaction
- Prepare ad-hoc payments and ensure processed on time and approved in line with a chart of authority
- Prepare control account reconciliations and monthly reconciliation of interfaces including
– Production and stock systems; resolve any issues that arise
- Process non-stock invoices for items such as sundry income and group recharges
- Liaise with intercompany customers and suppliers to ensure that the intercompany balances reconcile each month-end
- Undertake study and complete exams for one of the main accountancy bodies.
- Subsequently, acquire sufficient knowledge and experience to apply for full membership
- Any other duties as deemed appropriate by the Financial Controller
Candidate Profile
– Degree in Finance or Accounting (preferred)
– Part/Fully Qualified Accountant (AAT/ACCA/CIMA)
– Analytical skills and attention to detail
– SAP and Microsoft Office proficiency
– Proactive problem-solver with a hands-on approach
– Adaptable and committed to continuous improvement
To be considered please apply today.
KH Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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