Assistant Accountant

Job Summary

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Assistant Accountant to join our dynamic finance team. The Assistant Accountant is a key member of the finance team and will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing management accounts, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements

Duties

• Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts
• Perform reconciliations for bank, control, and intercompany accounts
• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes
• Accruals, prepayments, and journal postings
• Monitor and manage cash flow
• Prepare VAT returns and assist with other tax-related reporting
• Liaise with auditors and provide necessary documentation during year-end audit
• Assist in improving financial processes and implementing internal controls
• Provide financial insight and support to operational teams across the park.
• Assist with processing and reconciling company Payroll as well as helping to deal with HMRC and pension queries.
• Carry out any reasonable management requests or ad hoc duties

Qualifications

• AAT qualified or studying ACCA/CIMA or similar
• Previous experience in an Assistant Accountant or similar accounts role
• Strong understanding of payroll processing and legislation
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/payroll software (e.g. Sage Payroll, Xero, QuickBooks)

Skills

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong numerical ability.
• Strong IT skills, including Excel & word, with the ability to pick up new systems quickly.
• Self-motivated, ambitious and driven to achieve the highest standards
• High attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet tight deadlines

This role is ideal for candidates eager to grow their expertise in accounting operations within a vibrant organization that values precision, transparency, and continuous improvement. Join us to contribute your skills while advancing your career in a supportive environment!

Pay: £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person