Assistant Accountant

Opportunity to join a long established IT distribution company based in Chessington, Surrey in a key role reporting into the Financial Controller.

Main Responsibilities

• Core supporting responsibilities in the production and maintenance of accurate accounting records within a sound control environment.
• Assisting the Financial Controller with preparation of consolidated monthly Management Accounts
• Performing monthly Balance Sheet Reconciliations
• Bank reconciliations
• Intercompany reconciliation
• Month end journal postings
• Day-to-day financial operations required to maintain the integrity and accuracy of the company’s financial records (e.g. confirm accuracy of daily reports and data uploads)
• Provision of daily key information and assistance with cash flow forecasts to management
• Month end close activities (e.g. accruals and journals)
• Assistance with preparation and filing of VAT return and other statutory submissions
• Any other duties that may from time to time be required by the management of the company

Experience & Competencies Desirable:

• Strong attention to detail
• Highly numerate
• Strong team player with good communication and relationship skills
• Strong Excel knowledge
• Experience of working in a fast-moving environment
• Ability to identify improvement opportunities and recommend change