Assistant Accountant - KennedyPearce Consulting : Job Details

Our client is an iconic Events & Hospitality group with an ever-expanding footprint and a fantastic culture. Due to the continues growth, they require an energetic Assistant Accountant to help the finance team on a permanent basis.This team member will be involved across all activities of the function, including:

The role:

• Support Head of Finance in routine management accounting month end processes, tax and related matters pertaining to all group entities including journal preparation and processing.
• Management accounts for two small entities with support from Head of Finance.
• Overseeing Accounts Payable function.
• Assisting with the preparation of Balance Sheet reconciliations.
• Reconcile and submission of VAT returns.
• Support the Head of Finance for the annual group audits to ensure queries are answered on time.
• Credit control duties including management of the receivables report daily.
• Support key accounting processes and the improvement of finance infrastructure.
• Providing cover for Finance team members as required to ensure the orderly functioning of the Finance department.

Background of candidate:

• Actively studying for an accountancy qualification (CIMA/ACCA/AAT equivalent qualification)
• Experience of reconciliations, variance and data analysis
• Experience with intercompany/entity recharges is advantageous