As an Assistant Accountant in the public sector, based in Farnham, you'll support the day-to-day financial operations, ensuring smooth and accurate accounting processes. You'll play a key role in maintaining financial records, assisting with budgeting, and preparing reports that help the organisation achieve its goals.
Client Details
Our client is a well-regarded public sector organisation based in Farnham, offering a collaborative and supportive working environment. This is an exciting opportunity to join a busy finance team in a varied position where you'll gain exposure to financial reporting, systems management, process improvement and project work, while making a meaningful contribution to the organisation's ongoing success.
Description
- Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
- Assist in preparing financial reports and statements for internal and external stakeholders.
- Support the budgeting process by gathering and analysing financial data.
- Reconcile accounts and investigate discrepancies to ensure accuracy.
- Process invoices and manage accounts payable and receivable.
- Assist with month-end and year-end financial close activities.
- Provide support for audits and ensure timely responses to queries.
- Collaborate with the wider Accounting & Finance team to improve financial processes.
Profile
A successful Assistant Accountant should have:
- Relevant qualifications or training in accounting or finance.
- Experience in financial record-keeping and reporting.
- Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
- An eye for detail and a methodical approach to work.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
- A proactive attitude and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Job Offer
- Salary between £35,000 and £37,000 dependent on the level of experience.
- Six weeks of paid holiday, plus public holidays.
- Matched contributions of up to 7.5% in the Group Personal Pension Plan.
- Access to a Health Cash Plan Scheme.
- Support through an Employee Assistance Programme.
- Discounts with a Blue Light Discount Card.
- Staff Benefit Scheme.
If you're interested in being an Assistant Accountant, apply now.
Assistant Accountant in Farnham employer: Michael Page Business Support Careers
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Contact Details:
Michael Page Business Support Careers Recruitment Team
