Assistant Accountant

Assistant Accountant Location: Coventry Salary: £30,000 – £33,000 Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

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Our client, a growing and dynamic business, is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join their finance team. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented and ambitious individual who enjoys variety in their role and wants to contribute to the smooth running of financial operations.

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\\nPrepare and maintain cash flow forecasts, update variances and manage daily banking reconciliations.

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Post journals including payroll, recharges, and other related entries.

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Support month-end close, including accruals, prepayments, variances and overhead management (IT, Procurement, HR).

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Complete working capital and balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accounts are accurate and up to date.

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Reconcile PAYE and NIC, process payments, and prepare VAT returns.

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Assist with year-end audit preparation and statutory reporting requirements, including Office for National Statistics returns.

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Manage company insurances and undertake general financial accounting tasks.

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Provide support with ad hoc duties across the finance function as required.

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\\nSkills & Requirements:
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\\nPart-qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/AAT) or qualified by experience.

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Strong understanding of financial processes, with excellent attention to detail.

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Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

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Confident communicator with a proactive approach to problem solving.

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Advanced Excel skills and experience with accounting software preferred.

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\\nBenefits & Package:
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\\nA supportive and collaborative team environment.

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Exposure to a wide range of finance functions.

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Opportunities for professional development and study support.

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Competitive salary and benefits package.

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To apply for the Assistant Accountant position, please click on the apply now button and your CV will be sent directly to the responsible recruiter. We will respond to successful applicants within 7 days, however please feel free to get in touch if you would like any further information about your application.

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At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.
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