138 Assistant Accountant jobs in the United Kingdom

JPosition Title: Part Time Accounts Assistant

Company: Clean Earth Energy

Salary: £35,000 - £0,000pa pro rata

Location: Wadebridge, Cornwall

Duration: Part-time- 3 core days are Wednesday, Thursday & Friday but possibility of additional days.

Closing date: NA

Company background:

Clean Earth design, build, and operate Solar Photovoltaic (PV) and Wind Turbine renewable energy systems throughout the United Kingdom. Founded in 2010, our industry-leading in-house team of engineers, planners and project managers provide a complete turnkey solution for land owners, SMEs and large corporates, incorporating every aspect of the project development process and ensuring Clean Earth are always one step ahead. This unique approach allows Clean Earth to tackle every project head-on, with the in-house resources to provide a truly holistic service.

Job Description:

We are looking for a Part time Assistant Accountant to support the Finance Manager and Accounts Team in the maintenance and production of accounts and other financial information. The successful candidate will be expected to assist with routine accounts tasks (entering purchase orders, invoices on Sage, Bank reconciliations, raising sales invoices etc) as well as being capable of producing financial statements, corporation tax returns, budgets etc.

Responsibilities will include but not exclusively:

• Monthly management account preparation & reporting to external clients in monthly meetings

• Preparation of annual accounts for review

• Bank reconciliation, posting and balancing

• Monthly wages, petty cash and other journal posting

• Daily bank receipts postings

• Yearly budget preparation for external clients

• Year end audit analysis and communicating with auditors

• Reports on debtors and creditors

• Quarterly VAT return preparation

• Assisting with project costing and analysis

• Other Ad hoc tasks

• Maintaining the purchase ledger and sales ledger

• Assisting with finance duties i.e., preparing and issuing accurate invoices, maintaining project costs via purchase orders, filing, updating all records

• Ensuring Sales & Purchasing information is collated accurately within Sage Line 50

• Dealing with Supplier and Customer Queries

• Looking into inaccuracies and problem solving, reconciling debtor and creditor accounts

• Taking calls from Clients and suppliers

• Booking hotels and recording subsistence payments for the site team

• Inputting timesheets into project costs on Sage

• Assist the team in managing vehicle MOTS, Insurance, repairs etc

• General office duties; answering telephone calls, ordering office supplies, managing incoming and outgoing post, printing and photocopying / scanning

Essential Requirements:

• Qualified/part qualified ACA ACCA – (Fully qualified AAT considered)

• Excellent excel skills

• Proactive on system and reporting improvements

• Sage accounts experience

• Able to work as part of a team and autonomously

• Audit experience preferable

How to Apply:

• Please send a C.V. and covering letter outlining why you are suitable for the role to

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: £3 000.00- 0,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person

Role summary

The Assistant Accountant for Music oversees the accounts payable process (also supporting accounts receivable where required), engaging with key stakeholders both internally and externally to ensure our creditors are paid accurately and on time to our agreed payment terms.

Responsibilities and requirements of role

Whilst no job description will ever completely list all aspects of the role, the following notes give guidance: (All ORN sites of operation within the UK)

• Enter supplier invoices accurately and efficiently
• Prepare payment runs considering supplier discounts and produce remittances.
• Manage the Caswells Strings email inbox
• Prepare and process financial payments as required.
• Post and reconcile intercompany transactions
• Post and reconcile all bank transactions on the Current Account as well as Stripe, PayPal, and GoCardless account.
• Maintain and reconcile customer accounts, send statements and do credit control
• Investigate and reconcile any discrepancies or errors identified by conversing with employees and/or customers.
• Assist the finance team in creating financial reports on a regular basis.
• Answers question and aid stakeholders and customers as and when required.
• Filing and record maintenance.
• Adhere to the company's financial policies and procedures.
• Support wider music team, and group finance as required.

Specific Skills and Experience

Essential

• Confident in financial accounting and working with numbers.
• Experience of working in similar roles. This is not an entry level role, although training will be provided for the specifics of the role.
• Experience in using Xero in a similar role
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – both written and verbal.
• Resilient and proven ability to work under pressure.
• The ability to build effective and beneficial relationships with internal and external parties.
• Excellent problem-solving ability – prepared to 'think outside of the box' to find solutions to satisfy both the customer and ØRN (Int) Ltd.
• Ability to work independently using own initiative and manage time effectively.
• Able to collaborate with multiple stakeholders at all levels.
• To be able to work to agreed targets and tight deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Outlook and Excel.
• Strong organisational skills.

Desirable

• Accounting qualification or working towards one.
• Experience in use of Dear System/CIN7 for POs and stock control
• Familiarity with Xero's integration with multiple systems

Generic Qualities

• To support and promote the values and objectives of ØRN (Int) LTD.
• To act as an ambassador for ØRN (Int) LTD in all dealings with external bodies.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: £12,000.00-£12,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• Are you over 18?
• Do you have the right to work in the UK?
• Do you have 3 or more years experience in an accounting role?
• Are you AAT qualified?

Licence/Certification:

• Do you live within 30 minutes drive of Banbury? (required)

Work Location: In person

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You'll support our UK finance operations, gaining hands-on experience across:

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• Ad-hoc finance projects & admin support

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• Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Support the sales and purchase ledger functions.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and treasury functions.
• Help prepare VAT returns and other statutory filings.
• Provide support for budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Maintain financial records and filing systems.
• Assist with ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting as required by the team.
• Contribute to the improvement of accounting processes and controls.
• Liaise with internal departments and external suppliers/customers as needed.

• AAT qualification or currently studying towards ACCA/CIMA qualification.
• Previous experience in an accounting or finance role is essential.
• Good understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting software (e.g., Xero, Sage).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Proactive and eager to learn and develop new skills.
• Familiarity with general ledger operations.
• Understanding of financial reconciliation procedures.

Your new company

Hays Accountancy & Finance are partnering with an established & growing international business based in Stonehouse, Gloucestershire to recruit a hands-on & dynamic Assistant Accountant/Finance Co-ordinator to join their close-knit accounting team. Reporting directly to the Financial Director, you will support in maintaining financial records, assisting with reporting/analysis along with day-to-day accounting processes. The position is best suited to an AAT/CIMA/ACCA studier. However, finance professionals qualified by experience will be considered. A varied accounting role where you can really add value supporting the Financial Director within an interesting sector. Training in elements of the role will be given, but you will need an understanding of double-entry bookkeeping.

Your new role

Your key duties will involve supporting the Financial Director with preparing balance sheet & monthly profitability reports, reconciliations of balance sheet accounts, maintaining accurate financial records, along with supporting process improvement projects. You will process monthly payrolls with related reconciliations, assist with accounts payable & receivable processes, support the year-end audit co-ordination. You will support the Financial Director in leading the finance team, liaising with internal/external stakeholders & identifying/investigating any financial errors to improve accuracy within the department.

What you'll need to succeed

To be considered for this hands-on & varied Assistant Accountant/Finance Co-ordinator role, you will need some experience in a similar position, ideally AAT qualified or studying for AAT/ACCA/CIMA, knowledge of double-entry bookkeeping, strong numeracy skills with good attention to detail. You will have experience with financial systems, key MS Excel skills, with strong organisation & time management. You will be able to manage multiple priorities to meet deadlines, willing to learn & adaptable to business needs. Experience with ERP systems, including SAP, would be advantageous but not essential.

What you'll get in return

This permanent Assistant Accountant role offers a salary up to £35,000 per annum, dependable on experience based in Stonehouse, Gloucestershire. The position will offer a contributed pension scheme, life assurance, study support for financial qualification, early finish on Fridays, progression/development opportunities & further group benefits. A great opportunity to join an international business within an interesting sector where value can be added.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Job description - Assistant Accountant
Salary £27,000 - £31,000 a year
Location: Landmark House, 190 Willifield Way, London NW11 6YA
Job type - Permanent -  Full-time
5 Days in the office required


Full Job Description
Assistant Accountant you will support the day-to-day transactions within the accounts for retail and wholesale business. As the department is small, there will be exposed to many different tasks, so it is imperative that the successful candidate has excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Confidence and good communication skills are highly valued, as to the ability to identify improvements to processes and procedures. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain all-round experience in finance within fast paced environment. Job Position depends on working experience and qualification.

RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to:

• Manage weekly banking including making payments in local/foreign currencies.
• Perform weekly postings & monthly multi-currency bank reconciliations and administration
• Issued invoices, ensuring that they are received and approved in a timely manner
• Downloading sales invoices from our subscriptions platform and uploading them accurately into our accounting package (Xero) on a weekly basis.
• Prepare Intercompany billing
• Manage purchase order system, matching invoices to orders, allocating orders to appropriate account.
• Manage purchase/sales ledgers.
• Prepare VAT returns on a monthly and quarterly basis.
• Support the Finance Manager in the maintenance of accounting ledgers
• Perform monthly reconciliations of balance sheet accounts.
• Record prepaid expenses in the accounting system and prepare monthly prepaid schedule and reconciliation for assigned entities to agreed time scales
• Perform inter-company reconciliations.
• Quarterly files for group reporting.
• Be involved with improving processes for the team and wider team.
• Assisting the CEO and FM with ad hoc duties.

We would Love to Hear from People with:

• Previous experience in a similar accounting role with exposure
• Familiar of the retail /wholesale industry and working environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Excel
• Familiar with accounting software Xero, Quick view and etc
• Part qualified - AAT Level 3 /CIMA level 2/ACCA part qualified or similar degree level
• A proactive attitude to learning new skills and personal development.
• Attention to detail and a naturally diligent approach.
• A strong team player with good interpersonal skills
• Ability to work with speed and accuracy with numbers.
• Ability to work independently and unsupervised yet still work to deadlines.
• Ability to ask for help when required.
• Inquisitive nature, keen to understand the business and ask questions.