Assistant Accountant in Basingstoke

Assistant Accountant in Basingstoke

Basingstoke Full-Time 18 - 22 £ / hour (est.) Home office (partial)
Hays Business Support

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support key accounting activities and gain exposure to financial reporting processes.
  • Company: Well-established organisation in Basingstoke with a collaborative finance team.
  • Benefits: Earn £20.00 per hour plus 12% holiday pay and enjoy hybrid working.
  • Other info: Potential for assignment extension and excellent career growth opportunities.
  • Why this job: Join a professional finance function and enhance your skills in a dynamic environment.
  • Qualifications: Studying towards or qualified in ACCA, CIMA or ACA with finance experience.

The predicted salary is between 18 - 22 £ per hour.

Temporary Assistant Accountant position in Basingstoke, offering £20.00 per hour plus 12% holiday pay. This is a 3-month temporary assignment with potential for extension and hybrid working available.

Are you an experienced finance professional looking for your next interim opportunity? We are recruiting for a Temporary Assistant Accountant to join a well-established and highly respected organisation based in Basingstoke. This is an excellent opportunity to work as part of a collaborative finance team, supporting key accounting activities while gaining exposure to a broad range of financial reporting and control processes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with month-end and year-end accounting processes
  • Prepare and post journals, accruals, and prepayments
  • Complete balance sheet and bank reconciliations
  • Support cash flow reporting and treasury administration
  • Maintain fixed asset registers and asset accounting records
  • Assist with VAT returns and statutory reporting requirements
  • Support internal and external audit processes
  • Prepare financial statements and management reports
  • Reconcile intercompany accounts and investigate variances
  • Ensure compliance with financial controls and company policies
  • Contribute to finance projects and process improvement initiatives

About You:

  • Studying towards or qualified in ACCA, CIMA or ACA
  • Previous experience within a finance or accounting environment
  • Strong Excel skills and confidence using financial systems
  • Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
  • Strong communication and organisational abilities
  • Able to work independently and as part of a wider team

Benefits:

  • Competitive hourly rate of £20.00 per hour
  • Additional 12% holiday pay
  • Hybrid working once training has been completed (three days in the office one week, two days the next)
  • Potential for assignment extension
  • Opportunity to gain experience within a large, professional finance function

If you're immediately available or coming to the end of your current contract and would like to learn more, please apply today or get in touch for a confidential conversation.

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Assistant Accountant in Basingstoke employer: Hays Business Support

Join a leading professional services organisation that values its employees and fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture. As a Business Support Manager, you will have the opportunity to lead a dynamic team of Executive Assistants while benefiting from a hybrid working model, strong focus on learning and development, and a comprehensive benefits package. This role not only offers competitive salary but also provides a platform for meaningful career progression within a highly respected firm.

Hays Business Support

Contact Details:

Hays Business Support Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Assistant Accountant in Basingstoke

Month-End Accounting
Year-End Accounting
Journal Preparation
Accruals and Prepayments
Balance Sheet Reconciliation
Bank Reconciliation
Cash Flow Reporting