Location: Winnersh RG41 (Hybrid)
We are seeking a proactive Assistant Accountant to join our Advantage Smollan finance team. You will support the seamless delivery of accurate month-end processes for multiple UK entities. This role focuses on maintaining robust financial controls and contributing to process improvements. While this role has no direct reports, occasional out-of-hours work may be required during period-end processes.
Key Responsibilities
1. Complete month-end financial close processes on time and with accuracy.
2. Manage intercompany transactions and reconciliations.
3. Prepare VAT reports and returns.
4. Handle back-office treasury activities, including FX rate postings, loan interests, and intercompany agreements.
5. Post journals for accruals, prepayments, and other provisions.
6. Assist with cost reallocations, fixed assets, and project accounting.
7. Document, standardise, and improve processes.
8. Support external audits and balance sheet reconciliations.
9. Collaborate with team members to share knowledge and ensure efficiency.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor's Degree in Finance or related subject.
* Working towards a finance qualification, e.g., AAT, ACCA (Desirable).
* Proven experience in commercial finance.
Skills:
* Strong Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables).
* Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
* Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
Technical Knowledge:
* Familiarity with systems such as SAP BPC, Dynamics 365 Finance, Chrome River, Medius Flow, Blackline, and Microsoft Office (desirable).
Take the next step in your finance career with Advantage Smollan. Apply Now and become a key contributor to our success!
More about us: Advantage Smollan is a global provider of outsourced sales and marketing solutions for the world's most successful brand owners and retailers. Founded in 2015, it is a strategic partnership between Advantage Solutions (US, Nasdaq-listed) and Global Smollan Holdings (South Africa). Our staff contribute to a highly collegiate, supportive, and diverse culture, placing people at the centre of everything we do.
For more information, please visit our website.
* A competitive salary and bonus structure.
* Hybrid working model for flexibility.
* Opportunities for career growth within a collaborative team.
* Benefits include Pension, Life Assurance, Medicash, Gymflex, WeCare, Perkbox, Taste Card, and more!
* 24 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing by 1 day per year up to 29 days).
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