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Assistant Accountant

Michael Page Scotland
Posted a day ago, valid for a month
Location

Haddington, East Lothian EH41 4LE, Scotland

Salary

£22,000 - £26,400 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

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  • We are currently seeking an Assistant Accountant in East Dunbartonshire for a leading company in the electrical engineering sector.
  • The role involves preparing management accounts, analyzing department margins, and supporting the finance head with monthly reporting.
  • Candidates should have relevant experience and be skilled in preparing accounts to trial balance, with strong time management abilities.
  • The position offers a salary of up to £35,000 and requires a can-do attitude and proficiency in Excel.
  • Initially, the role will be fully office-based, transitioning to a hybrid working model.

We are currently recruiting for an Assistant Accountant in East Dunbartonshire.

Client Details

Our client is one of the top players in the electrical engineering industry. With a team of around 200 staff operating in several locations, they provide high-quality products to consumers across the United Kingdom.

Description

  • Preparation of management accounts.
  • Analysis of department margins alongside department heads.
  • Support the head of finance in the delivery of the monthly reporting packs to parent company
  • Completion of month end balance sheet reconciliations within prescribed timelines
  • Processing general ledger transactions, including accruals and prepayments.
  • Preparation and submission of quarterly VAT returns and monthly CIS returns
  • Maintaining fixed asset register
  • Creation and processing of bank payments and bank reconciliations
  • Management of cash book and general ledger
  • Maintenance of open purchase orders and following AP internal processes and performing commitment key checks
  • Supplier statement reconciliations
  • Ad hoc duties.

Profile

  • Qualified by experience in relevant/similar role
  • Experience preparing accounts to trial balance
  • Ability to prioritise and manage deadlines with time management skills
  • Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
  • Ability to develop internal relationships within the role
  • Willing to adopt a can-do approach
  • Skilled in Excel

Job Offer

  • Hybrid working (initially the role will be fully office based)
  • Salary up to £35k

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.