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Altum Consulting is partnering with Asthma + Lung UK to in its search for a detail-orientated and motivated Assistant Financial Accountant to help keep their financial operations running smoothly and compliantly. Asthma + Lung UK are dedicated to improving lung health across the UK through research, policy, and support.As an Assistant Financial Accountant, you'll play a key part in their collaborative finance team, supporting the Financial Accountants and Financial Controller. You will help ensure accurate financial record-keeping, support both monthly and year-end processes, and contribute to internal and external financial reporting. This role is ideal for someone beginning their accounting journey and aiming to pursue a CCAB-recognised qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or CIPFA).
Key Responsibilities
- Process purchase orders and supplier invoices in the Purchase-to-Pay system
- Review and post staff expenses and credit card claims in line with policy
- Prepare weekly payment runs aligned with supplier credit terms
- Process incoming income and record on ledgers weekly
- Prepare accrual, adjustment, and prepayment journals for month-end
- Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations
- Assist with audit preparation and liaise with external auditors
- Perform checks on financial records for accuracy
Skills & Experience:
- Strong analytical thinking with attention to detail
- Clear communicator, both written and verbal
- Commercial awareness and business acumen
- Self-motivated with excellent time management
- Flexible and adaptable to shifting priorities
- Basic understanding of accounting principles and systems
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and general IT systems
- Experience in a complex financial environment, working to tight deadlines
- Familiarity with purchase-to-pay systems is desirable
A+LUK offers flexible hybrid working based in their central London office, with a minimum of two days a week required on site.You'll be part of a passionate team working to make a meaningful impact and can support your professional growth.To register your interest please apply today.
