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Assistant Accountant

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Accounting & Tax
  • Wakefield

AI generated summary

  • You should be QBE or pursuing CIMA, ACCA, or ACA, with experience in accruals, prepayments, journals, and reconciliations. Stock accounting and WIP experience is ideal, and you must be immediately available.
  • You will manage sales and purchase ledgers, handle VAT returns, perform accruals, reconcile balance sheets, account for stock, and assist with management accounting and debt collection.

Requirements

  • QBE or working towards your CIMA, ACCA or ACA
  • Exposure of accruals, prepayments, journals and balance sheet reconciliations
  • Previous stock accounting and WIP experience is ideal
  • Experience working within a fast-paced sector
  • Immediately available and able to commit to the fixed-term contract

Responsibilities

  • Sales ledger and purchase ledger management.
  • VAT returns.
  • Accruals and prepayments.
  • Journals.
  • Balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Stock accounting.
  • Chasing debt as and when required.
  • Assisting the FC with further management accountant duties when required.

FAQs

What is the duration of the contract for the Assistant Accountant position?

The contract is expected to last 6 months, with some potential to extend.

What key responsibilities will I have in this role?

You will be responsible for sales ledger and purchase ledger management, VAT returns, accruals and prepayments, journals, balance sheet reconciliations, stock accounting, and assisting the Financial Controller with additional management accountant duties.

Is prior business partnering experience necessary for this position?

No, business partnering experience is not necessary, but candidates should be confident in communicating with internal and external teams.

What qualifications or skills are preferred for this role?

Candidates should be QBE or working towards their CIMA, ACCA, or ACA. Experience with accruals, prepayments, journals, and balance sheet reconciliations is required, along with stock accounting and WIP experience being ideal.

What type of work environment can I expect?

You will be working in a fast-paced sector, collaborating with operational teams and managing parts of transactional finance.

Are there any flexible working options available?

Yes, there is flexibility with start and finish times.

Is there parking available on site?

Yes, free parking is available on site.

How should I apply for this job?

To apply, please send your CV, quoting the reference provided and specifying which website you saw the position advertised on.

What should I do if I don't hear back after applying?

Due to the high volume of applications, if you do not receive a response within seven days, please accept that your application has not been successful.

Human Resources
Industry
11-50
Employees
2017
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment agency based in the UK, focusing on finance, accountancy, and business support roles. Their ultimate mission is to connect talented professionals with the right job opportunities, providing tailored recruitment solutions for both candidates and clients. The company's purpose is to deliver exceptional service by understanding the unique needs of each individual and organization, ensuring successful and lasting placements.