Utopian Professional Recruitment are delighted to be working with our Glasgow based client who are looking to recruit an Assistant Accountant on a full time basis to cover a maternity contract for 18mths. This opportunity would suit an experienced Accounts professional who has a strong focus on payroll and looking for their next step working within a large organisation. You will be working within a great Finance team you will be responsible for providing a first class, efficient and effective service to support the wider business. Your key responsibilities will include: Process monthly Payroll information in a timely manner for submission to external bureau Complete pension returns/ submission Complete payroll journal and other payroll related journals for month end Processing payroll returns like P11D,P60 data and year-end tasks Completing month end financial accounting routines and corporate reporting schedules Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations Complete and file monthly VAT returns Weekly maintenance of TB trial balance Completion and filing of government returns e.g. national statistics etc Processing of Accounts Payable Invoices Ensure SOX compliance. Provide ad-hoc support as necessary and provide cover for other team members within the Accounting team as required Execute weekly domestic and foreign payment runs. Execute monthly intercompany netting/settlements Complete weekly cashflow forecasting to the central Treasury team Complete Intercompany & Bank reconciliations (multi-currency) Fixed Asset management, tagging and reconciliation To be considered for this opportunity, our client does require the following background / experience: Previous background working within a busy Finance or Accounts Department at a similar level Experience using Oracle or similar Strong knowledge of MS Office Excellent attention to detail with ability to work towards deadlines Great team player who is enthusiastic, works well as a team and proactive Naturally positive, hardworking and committed Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong work ethic and ability to work as part of a small successful team Benefits Full Time opportunity working 37.5hrs per week This is a 18mth fixed term contract Hybrid & Flexible Working Available Excellent starting salary | 30 days holidays | Blended working | Company Pension Scheme Private Medical Insurance | Life Assurance | Employee Assistance Programme | Long Service & Staff Awards | Free onsite car parking Next Steps For further information, please apply by emailing your CV to Utopian Recruitment ASAP. Our client is looking to interview and recruit these positions as soon as possible. To keep up to date with current opportunities be sure to follow the Utopian Professional Recruitment page on LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook Whilst Utopian Professional Recruitment strives to get in touch with all our applicants, it isn’t always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 5 working days after sending us your CV unfortunately you have not been shortlisted for this position. Equal Opportunities Utopian Professional Recruitment is committed to equal opportunities regardless of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief and age.