Assistant Accountant

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Requirements:

• Fully AAT Qualified as a minimum.
• Experience of working in a finance or accounts team.
• Working experience of accounts systems and software, with NetSuite preferred.
• High level of competence and experience with Microsoft Excel.
• Good numeracy and IT skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-moving environment.
• Effective personal organization and planning.
• Logical and analytical approach.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities:

• Working alongside the Finance Manager to produce monthly management accounts including variance investigation and working with budget holders to report on their spend.
• Perform ledger reconciliations and handle accruals and repayments.
• Review stock position and aged balances, ensure regular review of G RNI reporting.
• Act as a business contact for expense/travel platforms.
• Prepare quarterly VAT Returns for UK and overseas registrations and perform VAT checks for overseas orders.
• Support the annual audit process and manage rebate invoices.
• Assist in preparing cash flow forecasts and manage forex.
• Ensure robust financial controls are established and followed, identify process improvements.