The Deaf Academy are recruiting for an Assistant Account to join our team. You'll be AAT qualified and have experience of a similar level of role and in the preparation of management accounts. You'll be experienced in reviewing and analysing financial information and reporting on results, using accounting software to best effect. This is an exciting new role for the academy within an established and friendly team, and is key role within the Finance team responsible for maintaining processes used for driving financial compliance and reporting within the Charity.
The role will include assisting the Finance Manager with the preparation of monthly management accounts and preparation of monthly budget reports, monitoring/reporting variances against budget. You'll be preparing cash flow forecasts and monitor bank balances and maintain daily cashbook entries, undertake monthly balance sheet reconciliations, maintain the fixed asset register and assisting with the preparation of the Annual Audit file, liaising with Auditors. There'll be tasks such as assisting with quarterly VAT returns, the preparation of termly fee logs and raising sales invoices, ensuring robust credit control. The academy are also investing in a new finance software provider, so you'll also be assisting in sourcing and implementing this alongside the Finance Manager and CFO.
Key requirements:
1. AAT Level 4 qualified, or qualified by experience (or part qualified and ready to work towards further professional qualifications)
2. Experience in a similar role, preparing management accounts, analysis of finance reports and reporting on results
3. Experience of effectively using a computerised accounting package
4. Experience of payroll administration
5. Experience of double entry bookkeeping and purchase ledger
6. Strong mathematical skills
7. Good IT experience including use of Microsoft Office software, especially Excel
8. Strong organisational and time management skills
9. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, with an appreciation as to why these skills are important
10. Good interpersonal skills including good customer service by way of written and verbal means of communication
Why Join Us?
11. Sponsorship to achieve qualifications in British Sign Language up to Level 3
12. Opportunities for professional growth and development
13. Group Personal Pension including 8% employer contribution
14. 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
15. Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
16. Life Assurance
17. Free onsite parking
18. Cycle to work scheme
19. Subsidised lunches for on-site
20. Flexible working arrangements
21. Importantly, a supportive environment working with a dedicated team committed to making a positive impact.