Assistant Accountant – Luton (Office-Based) Salary: £29,000 - £33,000 (DOE)Hours: 37.5 per weekLocation: Luton (Office-Based)Are you an ambitious Assistant Accountant with a keen eye for detail and a passion for numbers? Do you have UK payroll experience and want to develop your skills in a fast-paced, dynamic environment? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!Why Join this amazing Team?Be a key player in a growing finance teamExcellent career progression opportunitiesSupportive and collaborative work environmentOngoing training and study supportYour Role:As an Assistant Accountant, you’ll take on a vital role within our finance team, ensuring accurate and efficient financial operations. Your responsibilities will include:Payroll Management: Preparing and processing monthly payroll files with essential UK payroll experienceMonth-End Support: Processing payroll journals, reconciliations, accruals, and prepaymentsExpense Management: Handling staff credit cards and cash expensesVAT & Compliance: Supporting quarterly VAT computations and completing P11D statementsAccounts Payable: Assisting with purchase ledger duties and supplier payment runsAudit & Reporting: Assisting with year-end audits and financial reportingAd Hoc Projects: Working closely with the Finance Manager on various projectsWhat We’re Looking For:UK Payroll Experience is EssentialActively studying ACCA/CIMA/AAT (part-qualified)Strong Excel skills and keen attention to detailExperience in a fast-paced SME environmentAbility to work independently and as part of a teamSAP Business One or similar ERP system experience (Essential)A proactive, ‘can-do’ attitude with a passion for learningWhat’s in It for You?Competitive salary based on experienceCareer development and study supportA chance to make a real impact in a growing companyA supportive team culture that values your expertiseReady to take your accounting career to the next level? Apply now and be part of a forward-thinking finance team where your contributions truly matter!Eligo Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Eligo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering diversity and creating an inclusive and equitable environment for employees and applicants. We actively celebrate and embrace differences, including but not limited to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, and disability. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and all will be considered for employment without discrimination. At Eligo Recruitment diversity, equity and inclusion is integral to achieving our mission to ensure every workplace reflects the richness of human diversity.