Assistant Accountant

We’re delighted to be partnering exclusively with a well established international professional services group to appoint a Part Qualified Accountant to their UK finance team. This is a rare opportunity to join a growing organisation with a strong reputation for quality, collaboration, and long-term career development.

• Flexi working (start times)
• Bonus - 10% of salary
• Pension - 4% of annual salary
• 28 days holiday + stats
• Laptop & technology equipment supplied for working from home
• Study support for further learning
• Interactive E-Learning training provider
• Social events throughout the year
• Additional benefits - cycle to work scheme, electric car scheme
• Enhanced maternity / paternity

• Experience in an accounts, finance, or client services environment
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Comfortable working to deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• A collaborative team player with clear communication skills
• Motivated, adaptable, and keen to continue learning

Always:

• Maintain accurate accounting records and ledgers for a portfolio of clients
• Support the preparation of monthly management accounts
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations and journals
• Assist with VAT return preparation and submissions
• Maintain high standards of accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance

Often:

• Support preparation of financial statements for a range of entities
• Assist with regulatory and compliance reporting
• Liaise with auditors and respond to audit queries
• Work closely with internal stakeholders and external clients
• Support and mentor more junior team members

Occasionally:

• Assist with statutory reporting and year-end processes
• Support budgets, forecasts, and intercompany reconciliations
• Maintain the Fixed Asset Register
• Assist with ad-hoc finance and reporting projects

Never:

• Pretend to be Batman when there is a temporary power outage in the office