Assistant Accountant - Hays

Your New Company

This driven, quantitative investment firm develops advanced mathematical models and automated trading strategies used across global markets. The culture is highly collaborative, with a strong focus on integrity, teamwork, and innovation. They are looking for an Assistant Accountant to support the delivery of accurate and timely financial information. The role involves managing a variety of tasks with competing deadlines, taking ownership of key finance activities, and helping to improve processes.

You'll work in a fast‑paced, dynamic team and play an important part in maintaining the organisation's financial health and operational efficiency.

• Financial Reporting and Analysis
• Automation and Process Improvement (eg. Leveraging coding and scripting languages (eg; Python, SQL, VBA))
• Accounts Payable and Receivable
• General Ledger Maintenance
• Budgeting and Forecasting
• Compliance and Controls

• Proactive and motivated. You'll have a high level of initiative and a self-starter approach. You care about your work being executed at the highest of standards.
• A good degree in an accounting or finance, otherwise within an analytical field, not necessarily a mathematical or scientific one although we often find this to be advantageous.
• Part-qualified or aiming to qualify in ACCA/CIMA/ACA.
• Prior experience (1-2 years) within an accounting or audit function - preferably in a team focused on automation or systems.
• Proficiency in Excel (including macros and pivot tables) and hands‑on experience with tools like SQL, Python, or VBA. Familiarity with data visualisation tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is a plus.
• Familiarity with accounting software.
• Demonstrable interest in finance and/or quant trading with a genuine interest in the challenges presented within the industry.
• Logical, numerate and detail oriented:
  You possess strong critical thinking, are very comfortable with numbers and possess a deep interest in working with data and recognising the importance of operating with precision and context.

• Competitive Salary
• Study Support
• Medical Insurance
• Free Breakfasts
• Onsite Gym Equipment, Pilates Classes + Many More!

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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