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                                               Assisitant Accountant

Robert Half are proud to exclusively partner with a fast growing, global asset finance brand, who are looking for an enthusiastic, ambitious, and hard-working Assistant accountant to join an established and good-natured team. Due to recent investment, they predict up to 30% growth in the coming 18 months, through both acquisition and organic methods, so this is a fantastic time to join! This would also generate a number of progression paths within their 8 strong team, that is recruiting regularly. The Accounts Assistant role would be based at their Staines Head office.

They are seeking a positive, energetic and driven character to join a fun, friendly office that has regular social events and great summer + Xmas parties!

Areas of responsibility

• Assist in the preparation of financial statements
• Prepare monthly management accounts with commentary
• Post and reconcile accruals and prepayments
• Prepare and submit monthly VAT returns
• Manage fixed asset register
• Perform inter-company reconciliations
• Produce reports for internal and external stakeholders
• Point of contact for audit queries
• Provide cover for Accounts receivable and payable function during absences
  

Required skills

• Experience in a finance or accounting role
• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices advantageous
• Proactive with high level of initiative and willingness to learn (study support provided)
• Excellent IT skills and proficient in the use of Microsoft packages
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to deliver high quality work
• Strong time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Adaptable and flexible approach

This role would ideally suit:

• Degree in Accounting/Finance but not essential
• Some office experience

Benefits:

• A highly competitive base salary of between £27,000 and £30,000 P/A based on experience
• £2k bonus potential
• FULL study support including books, tutorials, exams and days off for preparation
• Work from home up to two days a week
• 6% pension contribution
• 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holiday
• A range of health benefits
• Income protection
• A fun, positive and friendly work environment where you are given the opportunity to bring ideas to the table.