Assistant financial Accountant

This Assistant Financial Accountant role in Chatham involves supporting the Accounting & Finance department within the insurance industry. You''ll play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.

Client Details

A financial services company based in Chatham operating across the UK.

Description

Responsible for the financial and management accounts processing for designated areas. Maintain accounting records for the assigned operations within the Corporation ensuring that all balance sheet reconciliations are prepared in line with timetable and resolve issues in timely manner. Assist with the budget and forecast exercises, as required.

Assist the Financial Accountant with the production of statutory accounts for the company & subsidiaries, working on assigned sections. Assist with other external reporting requirements on a quarterly basis, or as required.

Provide assistance during audits for the Corporation and assigned operations, liaising with internal and external auditors, actuaries, tax department, market reporting team, overseas finance staff and other key stakeholders.

Provide assistance to Financial Accountant with project work as required, such as IT implementation projects and upgrades, and provide support to develop and execute business process streamlining projects that comply with Corporation policies.

Provide cover for other members of the Financial Accounting team, as required.

Profile

A successful Assistant Financial Accountant should have:

• Experience or knowledge in accounting and finance processes.
• Familiarity with financial regulations and reporting standards.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Ability to work well in a team and communicate effectively.

Job Offer

• Hourly pay between -16.00 and -22.00, dependent on the level of experience.
• Temporary position offering flexibility.

If you''re interested in this role, apply now.

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