ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT

Introduction to role

The Assistant Accountant will provide support across the Finance function, primarily assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts and data analysis, as well as having the opportunity to assist with Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Budgeting, Forecasting and business specific reporting.

This role requires excellent attention to detail, as well as technical ability in terms of supporting finance software and associated reporting.  Working within a small Finance team, good communication is essential as well as an appreciation of the importance of meeting reporting deadlines, both internally and externally.

The Assistant Accountant will have the opportunity to learn and support all aspects of the Finance function and is encouraged to identify and suggest improvements to benefit the immediate team and the wider company.

The Assistant Accountant will provide support across the Finance function, primarily assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts and data analysis, as well as having the opportunity to assist with Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Budgeting, Forecasting and business specific reporting.

This role requires excellent attention to detail, as well as technical ability in terms of supporting finance software and associated reporting.  Working within a small Finance team, good communication is essential as well as an appreciation of the importance of meeting reporting deadlines, both internally and externally.

The Assistant Accountant will have the opportunity to learn and support all aspects of the Finance function and is encouraged to identify and suggest improvements to benefit the immediate team and the wider company.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly ledger reconciliations and identification of incorrect postings
• Assisting the Management Accountant at month end to prepare detailed variance analyses supporting results presented and at cost centre/project levels
• Supporting the Company’s annual budgeting process with detailed analysis
• Reporting the Company’s cashflow and presenting weekly reports to the Head of Finance
• Supporting the Company’s annual audit as required, including the preparation and finalisation of UK and Irish statutory accounts
• Supporting internal and external audits – tax, financial and internal
• Assisting with the improvement and/or implementation of financial policies, ensuring regular reviews and updates followed up as required
• Supporting the preparation of annual tax returns
• Analysis of royalty reports
• Managing reporting templates, including annual statutory returns and financial statements
• Assisting with transactional processing duties
• Providing cover for all aspects of the Finance function including, but not limited to, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and Payroll

The above is only an outline of the tasks, responsibilities and outcomes required of the role. You will carry out any other duties as may reasonably be required by the Manager.

Personal Specification