Assistant Accountant

Assistant Accountant

Full-Time 36000 - 44000 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Assist with monthly accounts, financial analysis, and improve finance processes.
  • Company: Growing business in West London with a supportive finance team.
  • Benefits: Salary up to £40,000, hybrid working, study support, and career progression.
  • Other info: Join a collaborative team and enjoy a dynamic work environment.
  • Why this job: Kickstart your accounting career with hands-on experience and mentorship.
  • Qualifications: AAT qualified or studying ACCA/CIMA, with finance experience preferred.

The predicted salary is between 36000 - 44000 £ per year.

A growing and successful business based in West London is looking to appoint a motivated and ambitious Junior Accountant to join its finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their accounting career within a supportive environment that offers exposure to a broad range of finance responsibilities. Being the right hand person to the FD, you will gain valuable experience across month-end reporting, transactional finance, management accounts preparation and financial analysis.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts
  • Support month-end and year-end close processes
  • Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances
  • Process and review journals, accruals and prepayments
  • Assist with cash flow reporting and forecasting
  • Maintain fixed asset registers and related accounting records
  • Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities when required
  • Assist with budgeting and forecasting exercises
  • Prepare VAT returns and support statutory reporting requirements
  • Help improve financial processes and internal controls
  • Provide finance support to operational departments across the business

About You

  • AAT qualified, studying ACCA/CIMA, or good qualified by experience
  • Previous finance experience gained within an accounting or finance environment
  • Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
  • Good Excel skills and confidence working with finance systems
  • Has experience of using SAGE
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proactive, organised and eager to learn
  • Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

What's on Offer

  • Salary up to £40,000
  • Potential study support (where applicable)
  • Hybrid working opportunities
  • Defined career progression pathway
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment
  • Pension and additional company benefits

Short-listed candidates will obviously be contacted for this specific role, and if you haven't heard from us within a week, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Assistant Accountant employer: Bond Moran Recruitment Ltd

As a leading international organisation, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that empowers our employees to thrive. With significant ownership over the indirect tax agenda and opportunities for professional growth, our London office offers a collaborative environment where innovative ideas are encouraged, and every team member's contribution is valued. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team that not only prioritises compliance but also embraces transformation and process improvement in the ever-evolving tax landscape.

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Contact Details:

Bond Moran Recruitment Ltd Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Assistant Accountant

AAT qualified
Studying ACCA/CIMA
Finance Experience
Attention to Detail
Excel Skills
SAGE Experience
Communication Skills