Assistant Accountant in London

Assistant Accountant – 9-Month FTC

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Location: Sunbury-on-Thames
Salary: £60,000–£65,000
Hours: Mon–Thu 08:00–16:30, Fri 08:00–13:30

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Accountant to join our Finance team on a 9-month fixed-term contract. Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Assistant Accountant will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting compliance requirements, and assisting with monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting activities.

The ideal candidate for this Assistant Accountant role will have experience working in a fast-paced finance environment and be actively studying towards ACCA or CIMA. Strong technical skills, analytical ability, and a proactive, hands-on approach are essential.

Key Responsibilities:

Support the Financial Controller across all accounting activities

Manage quarterly SOX reporting

Prepare monthly accruals, journals, and account reconciliations

Maintain the Fixed Asset Register and assist with forecasts

Manage monthly commission processes and reporting

Support P&L analysis, revenue recognition testing and inter-company reconciliations

Assist with statutory accounts, audits, 7th Day reporting and stock take

Provide support to AR, including cash posting and annual credit checks

Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and finance projects as required
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What We’re Looking For:

Experience in a busy finance team

Part-qualified ACCA/CIMA or actively studying

Strong technical accounting skills and attention to detail

Proactive, organised and able to work to deadlines

Excellent communication and IT skills

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Accountant to join a dynamic finance team, gain wide exposure across the accounting function, and make a real impact from day one