Reed Accountancy & Finance, the UK's leading specialist recruitment partner, is delighted to offer an exclusive opportunity for an Assistant Accountant to join our client based in Maidstone. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is ready to make a significant impact on our client's financial operations for a year's maternity cover.

Assistant Accountant Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Accounts Payable: Process invoices, track expenses, and manage weekly supplier payment runs.
Reconciliations: Regularly prepare statement reconciliations of supplier accounts to ensure accuracy.
Audit Assistance: Assist in external audit requests and ensure all records are organised and readily available.
Data Entry: Ensure accurate and efficient input of financial data into the company’s accounting software.
Communication Management: Manage the shared accounts email box, responding promptly to inquiries from suppliers and customers.
Supplier Reconciliations: Conduct reconciliations for regulated searches to the production system.
Financial Processing: Handle daily Credit Collection Files and Cheque processes.
Month-End Support: Assist with the Month End process including credit cards journals, balance sheet reconciliation, and month-end payment run.
Budget Preparation: Prepare detailed marketing budgets.
Ad Hoc Tasks: Perform other finance-related tasks as required by the Head of Finance or management.

Assistant Accountant Required Skills & Qualifications

Proven experience as an Assistant Accountant or similar role.
Strong understanding of accounting and financial reporting principles and practices.
Excellent knowledge of MS Office and familiarity with relevant computer software (e.g. SAP).
Excellent organising abilities, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
Good with numbers and figures and an analytical acumen.
The ideal candidate will need to show experience obtained from a similar role, be in commutable distance to our client in Maidstone, be required to work full-time in our office, and be available to start work immediately.

Assistant Accountant Benefits

Competitive annual salary
Flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle and commitments.
Hybrid working environment
Dedicated consultant to support your career development.
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
5% Employer contributions to pension scheme to help you save for the future.
Work with a reputable agency known for its high standards and quality service.

To apply for this Assistant Accountant position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and qualifications. We look forward to considering your application and potentially welcoming you to our client's team.