AAT Finance Assistant

Clarksons Research is an internationally market leading provider of data and intelligence around shipping, trade, offshore and energy. 165 provide powerful data, digital subscriptions and insights through a range of reports, websites, seminars, valuations and consultancy work. The business is part of the Clarksons Group, the world’s leading integrated shipping services provider and a FTSE 250 company. The role provides excellent career opportunities within a fast growing and digitally focused company with the Finance Assistant being an integral member of the team delivering accurate and high-quality financial analysis, reporting and advice to the wider business. Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Finance Assistant will be involved in the day-to-day accounting matters across the business. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain exposure to nearly every aspect of the finance function, creating a strong foundation for anyone looking to advance their accountancy career and pursue further qualifications. It offers hands-on experience with accounting procedures and financial reporting, along with the chance to engage with the wider Clarksons group. Sole responsibility for the day to day running of the finance function – posting of journals, allocating cash, managing the payment cycle to ensure prompt payment by clients and to suppliers · Supporting sales operations, including but not limited to: client onboarding, ensuring compliance with both internal and external policies, invoicing and maintenance of the CRM and subscription management system · Assisting with the preparation and reporting of monthly management accounts for key stakeholders within the business as well as reporting to the group · Regular collaborating with finance teams across the group to reconcile transactions and resolving any ad-hoc queries · Hands-on ownership of month-end close process and accounting reconciliations · Preparation of annual financial statements and tax computations · A current or recent graduate, or those with up to two years of accounting industry experience · Strong academic track record, with an understanding of accounting principles and double entry accounting · Good IT skills – particularly Microsoft Excel, experience with accounting systems advantageous (Workday Financials) · Free lunch in company canteen, 25 days holiday, season ticket loans, corporate gym membership, company pension, potential for sponsorship through a relevant qualification. Remuneration: £28,000 – £32,000 + benefits depending on experience Friday 6th June, however, applications accepted immediately