The businessI am pleased to be partnering with a business on the rise! With ambitious plans to grow rapidly over the next three years, we’re looking for an Assistant Accountant to take ownership of essential financial processes and be a key player in our finance team. Reporting directly to our accomplished CFO, you’ll gain invaluable mentorship, hands-on experience, and the chance to shape the future of our fast-paced business.RoleWe’re not just looking for someone to fill a position; we’re looking for someone who wants to grow with the business. Working side-by-side with the CFO, you’ll benefit from direct guidance and training, helping you advance quickly as you build your career. And with study support, this role is ideal for someone starting out or early in their professional qualifications journey. What You’ll Be Doing

• Sales Ledger & Credit Control: Take charge of our sales ledger and credit control processes.
• Purchase Ledger Management: Handle invoices, match to POs, conduct payment runs, and reconcile supplier statements.
• Bank Reconciliation: Manage refunds and make sure everything balances smoothly.
• Payroll & Pension Management: Process payroll, manage pension contributions, and respond to staff queries.
• Month-End Support: Collaborate with the CFO to close monthly books up to trial balance (TB).
• VAT & Compliance: Prepare and submit quarterly VAT reports and manage payments.
• Ad-Hoc Reporting: Support the CFO with various reporting and play a role in the year-end audit process.

Person

• Experience: At least 1 year in a similar role, such as a sales or purchase ledger or accounts assistant.
• Qualifications: AAT Level 3 (or higher) is preferred, with QuickBooks expertise.
• Skills: Strong Excel skills and a solid understanding of finance processes.
• Qualities: Detail-oriented, proactive, and ready to make an impact.