Assistant Accountant

Assistant AccountantSouth DerbyshireOn-site initially - Hybrid after 3 months (3 days office & 2 days from home) Competitive salary + Study SupportEaton Syalon are working with our South Derbyshire client who are seeking an Assistant Accountant to join their finance team on a permanent basis.Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day operation of the Accounts Department, ensuring financial information is produced accurately, deadlines are met, and all work complies with Group policies and statutory requirements.This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to develop their career within a varied and hands-on accounting role.Key Responsibilities:Assisting the Finance Director with the preparation of monthly management accounts, including journals, reconciliations and variance analysisDaily bank postings and bank reconciliationsProducing ad hoc management reports to support the Senior Management TeamAssisting with weekly cashflow reporting to GroupPreparing quarterly VAT returns for review and submission by the Finance DirectorCompleting monthly balance sheet reconciliationsProcessing bank paymentsSupporting the year-end audit processMaintaining the Fixed Asset Register, including additions, disposals, depreciation processing and reconciliations to the nominal ledgerAssisting with purchase ledger processing, including coding, verification and authorisation of invoices, and providing holiday cover where requiredSupporting the Finance Director with other ad hoc finance duties as requiredPerson Profile: AAT qualified or will have commenced studying CIMA/ACCA (early stages). Note - this is an essential requirement for this rolePrevious experience in an Assistant Accountant or similar finance positionStrong knowledge of accounting principles and financial processesExcellent attention to detail with a high level of accuracyMust be a team player and keen to work as part of a small temaGood analytical and problem-solving abilitiesStrong Excel skills. Pivot tables & V look ups are essentialA proactive approach and willingness to support the wider finance teamThis role will be a great development position for candidates who are looking for a long-term role, in a small finance team with direct exposure to an experienced Finance Director.Note - a full UK driving licence and access to own transport is required to commute to the office location.TPBN1_UKTJ