Assistant Accountant
- Annual Salary: £28,000 - £32,000pa
- Location: Tonbridge
- Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
- Working Arrangements: Office Based
We are seeking an Assistant Accountant to support a Finance Manager by performing accountancy duties, including processing and recording transactions, preparing reports, and preparing accounts to trial balance. This role is office-based and offers a structured environment for professional growth.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Posting daily transactions from bank statements.
- Conducting weekly bank reconciliations and supplier payments.
- Managing sales and purchase ledger reconciliations.
- Generating weekly Sales & Orders reports.
- Posting purchase ledger invoices and producing monthly journals.
- Producing accounts to trial balance.
- Performing general office duties.
- Providing cover and assistance for the Finance & HR Director, including production of Management Accounts, monthly payroll, VAT returns, and maintaining holiday & sickness records.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Experience in an Accounts Assistant / Assistant Accountant role.
- Part-qualified or studying towards ACCA/CIMA/AAT preferred.
- Highly organised with the ability to manage a varied workload.
- Excellent communication skills and a strong team player.
- Conscientious with the ability to prioritise effectively.
- Confident and experienced in using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Benefits:
- 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Workplace Pension Scheme.
- Group Life Assurance Scheme.
- Company Permanent Health Insurance Scheme.
To apply for this Assistant Accountant position, please submit your CV.