Job Summary
The Assistant Financial Accountant role is to support the expansion of the Finance Team by bringing in additional skills and capabilities to support the business through a period of rapid domestic and international growth. As a valued member of the team, the Assistant Financial Controller will contribute to improving workflow efficiency and overall quality across the department, while documenting, enhancing, and standardising financial procedures to strengthen internal controls and reduce risk. The role also ensures that the Finance Team consistently produces accurate and reliable accounting records, enabling the timely delivery of financial information and full compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities Include
* To actively contribute to maintaining and improving the efficient operation of the Finance Function of Marine Systems Technology Ltd and MST Engineering Ltd.
* To support the Financial Controller in maintenance of accurate accounting records to comply with fundamental accounting conventions, UK GAAP and relevant accounting standards.
* Preparation of monthly Management Accounts and KPI's, including maintenance of Fixed Asset Registers and Balance Sheet Reconciliations up to review point.
* Support the weekly and monthly payroll process, including liaison with ADP, compilation and filing of all payroll returns and information, in line with HMRC deadlines.
• Administrative support for the company defined contribution pension scheme, including liaising with Smart Pension.
* Working with the Financial Controller on the preparation of Quarterly VAT Returns, including international trade.
Experience
* ACCA / CIMA part qualified, or QBE.
* Experience within a £15m – £30m Turnover manufacturing business.
* Experience in a fast-paced, growing business environment.
* Strong IT skills, having worked with various Finance Packages. Confident in the use of Excel, including data manipulation and interrogation.
* Self-directed, self-motivated and a strong desire to learn
Hours are Monday to Thursday (0730 – 1630, Friday 0730 – 1330 – with some flexibility in start/finish times).
We look forward to receiving your CV.
No Agencies Please
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £40,000.00-£50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person