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Join a small subsidiaries team as an Assistant Accountant, managing accounts, bank reconciliations, VAT, and month-end reporting. This role offers broad accounting exposure, strong Excel use, and the chance to work independently in a collaborative office environment.
Client Details
Our client is a leading UK-based company operating across multiple trading subsidiaries. They pride themselves on a collaborative, approachable, and hardworking culture, offering opportunities for career development and professional growth within their finance function.
Description
- Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable for subsidiaries
- Perform bank reconciliations and month-end close processes
- Prepare and post journals, P&L reporting, and VAT submissions
- Support fixed asset accounting and reconciliations
- Conduct financial analysis, comparing revenue vs costs
- Collaborate across finance, IT, and HR teams
- Take ownership of subsidiary accounts and ensure accuracy and compliance
- Work independently while receiving full training and support
Profile
- Strong Excel skills, including VLOOKUP, SUMIF, and Pivot Tables
- Experience with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes preferred
- Confident communicator, able to work collaboratively and independently
- Analytical mindset with attention to detail and accuracy
- Previous accounting experience in a similar environment (subsidiary accounting, manufacturing, or related sector)
- Comfortable working under tight deadlines and managing multiple priorities
- Eager to learn and take ownership of responsibilities
Job Offer
- 40,000 - 45,000 per year plus benefits
- 3% annual bonus
- Up to 7% employer pension contribution
- Private medical and dental cover
- Employee rewards scheme (retail discounts, free eye care)
- Study support available
- Opportunities for internal and external career progression
- Flexible start/finish times with 4-5 days in the office
