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Assistant Accountant - Hybrid

Assistant Accountant - Hybrid

Sheridan Maine South

Posted a day ago, valid for 15 days

Dorchester, Dorset DT2 8JR, England

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

Sheridan Maine is seeking an Assistant Accountant for a forward-thinking business in Dorchester with a salary of £30,000 to £35,000 per year.
The ideal candidate should have previous experience in a similar role, ideally in a fast-paced environment.
Key responsibilities include assisting with cash flow forecasts, statutory accounts preparation, and balance sheet reconciliations.
The role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in financial systems and Microsoft Office.
Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.

Sheridan Maine is working in partnership with a forward-thinking business based in Dorchester who are seeking an Assistant Accountant to join their finance team. This role offers the chance to be part of a forward-looking organisation with strong values and a clear growth trajectory. You’ll benefit from a supportive team culture, exposure to varied financial responsibilities, and excellent opportunities for personal and professional development.Key Responsibilities:

Assist in the preparation of cash flow forecasts
Support the preparation of statutory accounts and audit documentation
Perform intercompany reconciliations
Complete balance sheet reconciliations
Review supplier payment runs for accuracy and completeness
Process employee expenses and general journals
Manage and maintain the cash book

What We’re Looking For:

Experience: Previous experience as an Assistant Accountant, Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, or similar role, ideally in a fast-paced environment.
Team Player: A flexible and collaborative attitude, with the ability to build strong relationships across the business.
Detail-Oriented: Exceptional attention to detail with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Communicator: Strong communication skills
Tech-Savvy: Proficiency in financial systems and Microsoft Office (especially Excel).

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a growing business, offering excellent opportunities for personal and professional development.You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

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