Accounts Assistant

Our client seeks an experienced and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join their team.

This role focuses on maintaining accurate financial records, managing day-to-day transactions, and ensuring compliance across a group of trading companies. Reporting directly to the Accounts Manager the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the finance function, delivering timely reconciliations, and enabling informed decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate financial records for three active trading companies, ensuring all entries are complete and compliant with internal policies and relevant accounting standards.
• Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations, resolving discrepancies promptly.
• Process accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely supplier payments and accurate client invoicing.
• Prepare and post journals for accruals, prepayments, and other adjustments.
• Manage intercompany transactions, reconciliations, and currency transfers.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes, including the preparation of management accounts and reports for the Financial Director.
• Assist with VAT and other statutory filings, liaising with external advisors as necessary.
• Monitor cash flow and provide forecasts to support operational planning.
• Maintain organised digital and physical financial documentation.
• Support internal and external audit requirements by providing accurate records and explanations.

Key Skills and Experience:

• CAT qualified (or equivalent) or working towards a recognised accounting qualification, with potential support for ACCA study if desired.
• Proven accounting experience, ideally across multiple trading companies or group structures.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively across teams and with external partners.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.