Assistant Accountant

Lynx Recruitment Ltd

Posted 7 hours ago, valid for 9 days

Farnborough, Hampshire GU14 0HS, England

£28,000 - £33,600 per annum

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

The position is for an Assistant Accountant within a dynamic finance team, requiring close collaboration with the Finance Manager.
Candidates should be currently pursuing or part-qualified in AAT/CIMA/ACCA and have strong organizational skills.
The role involves various responsibilities such as performing reconciliations, processing invoices, and assisting with VAT submissions.
The salary for this position is competitive, although it is not explicitly stated in the job description.
The ideal candidate should have at least some relevant experience in accounting, preferably with proficiency in Excel and familiarity with accounting software.

Are you a dedicated and detail-oriented Assistant Accountant? This an exciting opportunity a dynamic finance team. This role involves close collaboration with the Finance Manager and is integral to the smooth operation of our Accounts Department.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform reconciliations of bank and petty cash accounts
Maintain and update various management information schedules
Review and process supplier invoices and statements
Assist with VAT return submissions
Oversee daily banking operations
Handle incoming post and cheque processing
Aid in the submission of aged debts for insurance claims
Support credit control initiatives as needed
Contribute to month-end processes including accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations

Qualifications & Skills:

Currently pursuing or part-qualified in AAT/CIMA/ACCA
Proficient in Excel and familiar with accounting software (SAGE 200 preferred)
Strong organisational abilities
Capable of working effectively under pressure

Benefits:

Generous holiday allowance of 28 days, including public holidays
Automatic enrolment in a pension plan
Opportunity to participate in a sales and loyalty bonus scheme
Access to employee benefits platform

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