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

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