Assistant Financial Accountant

4 weeks ago


Sutton, United Kingdom Page Personnel Full time

Fantastic Temporary Opportunity for an Experienced Assistant Financial Accountant to join a Finance Team based in Sutton.

Client Details

Fantastic Temporary Opportunity for an Experienced Assistant Financial Accountant to join a Finance Team based in Sutton.

Description

  • Prepare the monthly group VAT return ready to be reviewed by the Financial Accountant and submit it to HMRC on time.
  • Manage the monthly internal allocation of VAT reimbursement.
  • Support requisitioners and the purchase ledger team in identifying VAT reliefs that they are eligible for, and contacting suppliers where necessary to obtain VAT reliefs.
  • Perform daily accounting tasks, including journal entries, bank reconciliations, and month-end close procedures; maintain accurate and up-to-date records of financial transactions.
  • Reconcile accounts payable/receivable to GLs; collaborate with PL/SL teams to resolve accounting discrepancies and ensure proper financial controls.
  • Perform other balance sheet reconciliations, such as intercompany transactions, VAT and other control accounts; detail any differences in the reconciliation workbook and report any unexplainable discrepancies to the Financial Accountant.
  • Assist with the preparation of the annual statutory accounts as directed, ensuring auditors are provided with all supporting information.
  • Assist in the preparation of academies accounts return (AAR), school resource management self-assessment (SRMSA), the annual return to the Charity Commission, ONS surveys and other returns required by external bodies.
  • Collect the connected persons declarations by staff members, and declarations of interests from Governors, Trustees and Members to identify and report related party transactions or conflicts of interests.
  • Oversee the related party invoicing to ensure the records on all entities' SL/PL are matching.

Profile

  • Previous experience in a similar role
  • Strong understand of Vat and Stat Accounting
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices
  • Ability to interpret financial information from financial systems
  • Able to perform standard mathematical functions accurately and neatly
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong attention to detail
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Strong organisational and time management skills
  • Proactive attitude and willingness to take on new challenges
  • Recognition of importance of confidentiality and discretion in relation to all aspects of the role
  • A strong commitment to equality and inclusion through principles practice and outcomes
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field - desireable
  • Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA), part qualified or qualified by experience - desirable
  • Experience with financial analysis and forecasting
  • Familiarity with regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., FRS102, SORP).
  • Experience in project accounting
  • Experience of working within the education sector
  • May be working towards an accountancy degree

Job Offer

Assistant Financial Accountant

  • £40k-£43k
  • Hybrid working - 3 days in the office, 2 days from home
  • Pension
  • Holiday



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