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Reed Accountancy have recently began working with a business who are looking for an Assistant Accountant to join their team in Liverpool. The right candidate will possess all the below experience and will be in a position to hit the ground running with minimal supervision and be able to work alone or as part of a team. This client is ideally looking for a candidate who is qualified by experience rather than someone who is studying a professional qualification or someone who is fully qualified.
Primary Duties:
- Oversee daily financial activities, ensuring precise record-keeping, reconciliations, and prompt financial reporting
- Generate comprehensive management accounts and financial statements to aid business decisions
- Examine profit and loss figures to spot significant trends, collaborating with business leaders to provide insights that drive strategic growth and profitability
- Regularly assess, refine, and enhance internal processes and controls to boost operational efficiency and ensure compliance
- Identify automation opportunities and implement innovative solutions to streamline workflows, reduce manual tasks, and improve accuracy
- Manage VAT return preparation and submission to relevant authorities, coordinate payroll and pension details with external providers, and ensure compliance with other statutory obligations
- Handle accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely processing, accurate record-keeping, and optimal cash flow management
- Assist in the completion of annual accounts and work with external accountants to facilitate year-end reporting, including being solely responsible for the completion of accounts for two smaller subsidiaries within the group
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as an Assistant Accountant or in a similar role
- Strong background in management accounts, reporting, and business acumen
- Excellent data analysis and communication skills
- Advanced system skills, including proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, etc.)
- Resilient and proactive in overcoming challenges and driving process improvements
- Experience with Sage is advantageous
Benefits:
- A happy, friendly, supportive, and casual working environment
- Enhanced sick leave allowance after an initial period of service
- Hybrid working pattern following probation
If you have the above experience and are looking for a new position follow the steps to apply.
