Assisitant Accountant
Robert Half are proud to exclusively partner with a fast growing, global asset finance brand, who are looking for an enthusiastic, ambitious, and hard-working Assistant accountant to join an established and good-natured team. Due to recent investment, they predict up to 30% growth in the coming 18 months, through both acquisition and organic methods, so this is a fantastic time to join! This would also generate a number of progression paths within their 8 strong team, that is recruiting regularly. The Accounts Assistant role would be based at their Staines Head office.
They are seeking a positive, energetic and driven character to join a fun, friendly office that has regular social events and great summer + Xmas parties!
Areas of responsibility
1. Assist in the preparation of financial statements
2. Prepare monthly management accounts with commentary
3. Post and reconcile accruals and prepayments
4. Prepare and submit monthly VAT returns
5. Manage fixed asset register
6. Perform inter-company reconciliations
7. Produce reports for internal and external stakeholders
8. Point of contact for audit queries
9. Provide cover for Accounts receivable and payable function during absences
Required skills
10. Experience in a finance or accounting role
11. Knowledge of accounting principles and practices advantageous
12. Proactive with high level of initiative and willingness to learn (study support provided)
13. Excellent IT skills and proficient in the use of Microsoft packages
14. Excellent attention to detail and ability to deliver high quality work
15. Strong time management skills
16. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
17. Adaptable and flexible approach
This role would ideally suit:
18. Degree in Accounting/Finance but not essential
19. Some office experience
Benefits:
20. A highly competitive base salary of between £27,000 and £30,000 P/A based on experience
21. £2k bonus potential
22. FULL study support including books, tutorials, exams and days off for preparation
23. Work from home up to two days a week
24. 6% pension contribution
25. 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holiday
26. A range of health benefits
27. Income protection
28. A fun, positive and friendly work environment where you are given the opportunity to bring ideas to the table.
Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training.