Assistant Accountant

Jackson Hogg is supporting a fantastic organisation in Blyth on the appointment of an Assistant Accountant

Duties and Responsibilities of Assistant Accountant

• Cashbook processing, posting, reconciliation and analysis
• Monthly bank reconciliations
• Petty cash and credit card management
• Analysis and investigation of P&L and income expenditure
• Assisting in aspects of management accounts preparation, including journal posting and account reconciliation
• Fixed assets register maintenance
• Responsibility for management of utilities, including mobile phones
• Assisting in preparation of year end information and liaising with the auditors
• Other activities within the Finance team: supporting purchase ledger and sales ledger

Skill Requirements

• Experienced in a similar role as an Assistant Accountant
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work as an individual as well as a good team player
• Strong IT / Microsoft Office (especially Excel) skills
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills, with the ability to challenge
• Ability to plan and manage changing priorities

Remuneration

• 35,000 per annum depending on experience for 37.5 hours per week
• Private medical scheme
• Defined contribution pension scheme
• 33 days holiday (inclusive of 8 statutory days)
• Bonus scheme