A hard-working, dedicated accounts assistant required for a manufacturing organisation in Portsmouth Your new company You will be working for a manufacturing organisation in Portsmouth in need of an Accounts Assistant on a 9-month FTC to cover a period of absence. They operate within the manufacturing and distribution industry and due to growth/restructuring, are seeking to add a finance professional to their small team.Your new role Update financial spreadsheets daily with transactions.Record accounts payable and receivable.Track and reconcile bank statements to ensure accuracy.Prepare detailed balance sheetsAssist with monthly payroll while keeping organised records.Create comprehensive cost analysis reports, including fixed and variable costs.Offer financial/administrative support during budget preparations.Participate in quarterly and annual audits to maintain compliance.Ensure all financial documentation meets regulatory standards.What you''ll need to succeed Right-to-work in the UK with experience working in a UK finance functionKnowledge of accounting and bookkeeping proceduresOrganisational skills and attention to detailExcellent communication skills with the ability to maintain relationships with different organisational divisions, and with key stakeholdersAdvanced MS Excel SkillsWhat you''ll get in return You will earn a salary of £26,500 - £32,000 per annum, pension, private healthcare, 25 days Annual Leave + BH''s and discretionary bonus schemeWhat you need to ..... full job details .....