Assistant Accountant | 6-Month Contract | Immediate Start
Location: Near Huntingdon
Duration: 6-Month Contract
Hours: 40 Hours per Week
Working Arrangement: Fully Site-Based
Start Date: ASAP
Our client, a successful and growing manufacturing organisation, is seeking an experienced Assistant Accountant to join their finance team on a 6-month contract. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated finance professional to gain exposure to a varied accounting role within an international business environment.
Working closely with the wider finance team, you'll play a key role in supporting day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and helping to maintain efficient financial processes across multiple business entities.
Key Responsibilities
* Managing accounts receivable activities, including invoicing, reconciliations, credit notes and credit control.
* Processing purchase ledger invoices, employee expenses and company credit card transactions.
* Posting and allocating cash receipts and payments.
* Completing bank reconciliations and maintaining accurate financial records.
* Assisting with month-end activities, including accruals, prepayments and depreciation journals.
* Supporting balance sheet reconciliations and audit-ready documentation.
* Assisting with stock valuation and stock variance analysis.
* Supporting overseas entities with financial reporting activities.
* Processing and reconciling intercompany transactions.
* Producing management information and performance reports.
* Supporting ad hoc finance projects and business improvement initiatives.
About You
We're keen to speak with candidates who can demonstrate:
* Previous experience in an Assistant Accountant, Accounts Assistant or similar finance role.
* A minimum of two years' recent finance experience, ideally within a manufacturing environment.
* AAT Level 3 qualification or above.
* Strong Excel skills and confidence using Microsoft Office applications.
* Experience working with ERP systems.
* Excellent attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
* The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
* Strong communication skills and a proactive, team-focused approach.
What's in It for You?
* Immediate start opportunity.
* Join a well-established and innovative business.
* Broad and varied accounting responsibilities.
* Exposure to international operations and business partnering activities.
* Collaborative and supportive team environment.
* Opportunity to make an immediate impact during a key period for the business.
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