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Reed Accountancy and Finance are currently assisting an established client in the Haywards Heath area in the recruitment of a Senior Assistant Accountant to join their Finance team on temp to perm basis. This role offers the opportunity to contribute significantly to month-end reporting processes and compliance activities, ensuring the smooth operation of their UK finance functions.
Day-to-day duties as Senior Assistant Accountant:
- Support the Financial Controller in the preparation of month-end reporting, including posting month-end journals, preparing prepayments, and managing fixed assets postings.
- Take ownership of the full month-end reporting process including preparing HFM load files, analysing results, and responding to divisional queries.
- Conduct balance sheet reconciliations and review intercompany postings.
- Prepare quarterly VAT returns and maintain the capital allowances ledger.
- Assist in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and statutory accounts.
- Address and support queries raised operational teams.
- Respond to internal and external audit queries effectively.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- ACCA/CIMA/ACA part qualified/qualified or QBE.
- A minimum of 3 years accounts experience.
- Proficiency in SAP, Excel, and HFM reporting.
- A problem solver with a strong analytical mindset and high attention to detail.
- An effective and positive team player with excellent communication skills, possessing an agile, collaborative, and inclusive approach.
An exciting opportunity to join this growing organisation in the local area.
