Join Our Team as an ASSISTANT PROJECT ACCOUNTANT at Aspire Defence Service Limited (ADSL)
* Salary: £30,000 to £35,000 per annum
* Hours: 37.5 hours per week, no weekends
* Location: Aspire Business Centre, Tidworth
Are you ready to join a dynamic team where innovation thrives? Aspire Defence Services Limited (ADSL) is seeking a passionate and results-driven ASSISTANT PROJECT ACCOUNTANT to be part of our exciting journey.
What We Offer:
* Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays, with the option to buy and sell holiday
* Pension Plan: Contributory Company Pension Plan matched up to 6%
* Insurance: Individual life assurance and personal accident cover
* Employee Benefits Portal: Access to private medical, private dental, discounted gym membership, and discounted shopping at over 100 brands and outlets
* Reward and Recognition: Celebrate outstanding achievements
* Employee Assistance Program: Funded program with onsite mental health first aiders
Your Role:
* To support the Project Accountant to develop and operate processes, procedures and reporting to satisfy project accounting business requirements.
* Ensuring the update of project approvals in IFS (ERP system), inputting contract values and budgeted costs
* Updating IFS to reflect project completions
* Engaging with project and finance staff to review, support and challenge project performance.
* Assist with the capture of supporting documentation to facilitate external audits, both financial and SOX related.
* Raise monthly, project and ad hoc invoicing and create appropriate back up.
* Performing weekly and month end processes, including reconciliations between different systems, journals, accruals and relevant reporting where appropriate.
* To perform regular testing requirements to ensure business systems remain compliant and supported
What We’re Looking For:
* Qualifications: Part Qualified Accountant (some study support may be available) with some experience working in a Finance team.
* Experience: Significant experience in using Microsoft Excel, and good systems experience and software skills.
* Skills: A confident and effective communicator at all levels, with a professional and positive attitude. A collaborative team player with strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and a focus on accuracy. Flexible, enthusiastic, and ambitious, with a proactive approach to challenges.
* Driving Licence: Full UK valid driving licence required.
Additional Information:
* Our garrisons are tobacco-free working environments.
* Security clearance is required prior to starting with us.
* We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate against protected characteristics. All candidates will be given equal consideration through our established procedures.
* Please note, this vacancy may close early if we receive a high volume of applications.
Ready to Join Us? If you’re ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, apply now and be part of our dedicated team supporting the armed forces across Hampshire and Wiltshire