Assistant Financial Accountant

• Assisting in the preparation of statutory accounts for the Group and its subsidiaries, including year-end reporting schedules for external auditors
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns across all entities, managing payments and resolving queries
• Reconciling key balance sheet accounts, including VAT control and reserve accounts
• Helping maintain finance reporting and budgeting system
• Supporting due diligence on acquisitions and coordinating monthly journal reviews
• Assisting with fixed asset reporting

• Educated to GCSE and A-Level standard (or equivalent), with passes in English and Maths
• A relevant degree or AAT Level 3+ qualification is an advantage
• Part-qualified or studying towards ACA/CIMA/ACCA is desirable
• Alternatively, three years of relevant experience in financial reporting, management accounting, or budgeting
• Strong Excel skills and confidence with IT systems
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to present information clearly
• Strong organisational skills to manage deadlines effectively
• Confidence to liaise with senior colleagues and external service providers

Experience with specialist finance systems is a plus

Hybrid working option