Assistant Accountant

Michael Page

  • High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
  • £33,277 per year
  • Temporary
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
  • Apply easily
My client is looking for an experienced part qualified assistant accountant for a 3 month temporary position who can start ASAP.Duties for the Assistant Accountant:
  • Manage bank transactions including cash book entries, payments, reconciliations, and resolving queries.
  • Maintain the fixed asset register, ensuring assets are recorded, depreciated monthly, and accruals are posted.
  • Support inventory processes by analysing stock data, auditing counts, and reconciling inventory accounts.
  • Handle month-end tasks such as accruals, VAT journal postings, and payroll journal entries.
  • Reconcile balance sheet accounts including sundry debtors and overhead re allocations.
  • Ensure compliance with internal policies for asset approvals and inventory procedures.
  • Assist with lease accounting by calculating interest depreciation for car leases.
  • Collaborate with the finance team to ensure accurate financial reporting and smooth operations.
Are you looking for an Assistant Accountant position?Are you looking for a temporary role based in High Wycombe?A successful Assistant Accountant should have:
  • Relevant educational qualifications in accounting or finance.
  • Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel.
  • A strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
  • Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
  • A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
This organisation has offices all over the UK and globally with a large finance department.Benefits for the Assistant Accountant:
  • Competitive salary in the range of £16 -£20 per hour.
  • Temporary role with opportunity to gain experience.
  • Friendly and supportive work culture in High Wycombe.
  • Free on site parking.
  • Hybrid working.

Michael Page