Why apply for this role?
Hybrid working
Study Support
Clear progression
30 days annual leave increasing with service
We are working with a growing property business to recruit an Assistant Accountant to join its finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional looking to build on their existing accounting knowledge, with involvement across transactional finance, reconciliations, management accounts and financial reporting.
About the Job
Reporting to the wider finance function, the Assistant Accountant will support the day-to-day financial operations of the business, ensuring accurate processing of invoices, payments, reconciliations and financial records. The role will also involve supporting client deposits relating to new developments and working closely with the sales, lettings and property management departments.
Responsibilities will include:
Process supplier invoices relating to office and operational expenses, ensuring accurate coding to the relevant departments and cost centres.
Prepare supplier payment runs and ensure payments are made in line with agreed terms.
Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies.
Raise office-related sales invoices, including referral fees, service charges and intercompany invoices where applicable.
Record and allocate incoming payments, monitor outstanding balances and assist with credit control.
Maintain accurate supplier and customer account records.
Complete daily or weekly bank reconciliations and post transactions to the accounting system.
Investigate and resolve bank and account discrepancies.
Assist with month-end procedures, including account reconciliations, journals and financial reporting.
Support the preparation of management accounts and other financial reports.
Assist with audit preparation and respond to requests for supporting information.
Ensure financial information held within operational systems agrees with accounting records.
Identify opportunities to improve finance processes, controls and reporting.
Previous Experience
Essential:
AAT Level 4 qualified or equivalent, and/or currently studying towards ACCA, CIMA or ACA.
Minimum of three years’ experience within a finance department, including at least 12 months in an Assistant Accountant or equivalent position.
Experience preparing monthly management accounts.
Strong experience completing complex bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
Experience posting and reviewing journals, accruals and prepayments.
Experience producing and submitting VAT returns.
Understanding of month-end accounting procedures, financial controls and accounting principles.
Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting and cash flow reporting.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables and financial analysis.
Experience using accounting software and financial management systems.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate financial variances and identify process improvements.
Excellent attention to detail, organisation and time management skills.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines, work independently and communicate effectively across departments.
High levels of professionalism, integrity and confidentiality.
Desirable:
Previous experience within an estate agency or property environment.
Experience using Sage accounting software.
Relevant degree-level qualification.
Basic understanding of UK VAT and financial processes.
For further information on this opportunity or if you are considering the next step in your career get in touch with Ollie Mairs at HireIQ in complete confidence.
Benefits:Work From Home
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