Assistant Accountant

CECO Environmental is a global leader in providing sustainable solutions for industrial air, water, and energy transition. Since 1966, we've been addressing the world's most pressing environmental challenges. Our mission is to protect people, the environment, and industrial equipment, making a tangible impact across industries like renewable energy, semiconductor manufacturing, power generation, and water treatment. As a purpose-driven company, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and integrity, ensuring that every project we undertake creates lasting positive change. At CECO, you'll be part of a growing, dynamic team committed to a cleaner, safer, and more sustainable future. 

As part of the CECO Environmental family of brands, Wakefield Acoustics plays a critical role in delivering specialized thermal acoustic solutions that protect both people and the environment. By joining our team, you'll contribute to our shared mission of protecting global industrial operations and shaping the future of environmental stewardship.  

JOB SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Financial Controller, this Assistant Accountant role is primarily responsible for maintaining overhead costs and dealing with day-to-day transactions in finance; month end balance sheet reconciliations, daily banks reconciliations, overseeing outsourced purchase ledger, preparing payment runs and dealing with accounts payable queries.
Smaller requirements and ad-hoc admin duties as required

Maternity Cover – Fixed term for up to 13 months

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:  

• Management Accounts Support: Assist with month-end management accounts, taking full responsibility of overheads costs, posting accruals and prepayments and maintaining their accuracy. Assisting with ad-hoc requests.
• Month-End Reconciliations: Prepare and reconcile all relevant month-end working papers and balance sheet accounts.
• Manage purchase ledger: Invoices are posted by our central services team in India. The ledger needs to be managed to ensure all invoices received have been posted and matched to POs, statements are reconciled, and that the ledger reports agree to the General Ledger.
• Bank Reconciliation: Reconcile bank statements regularly to ensure all transactions are accurate and investigate any discrepancies.
• Payment Processing: Manage supplier payment runs to ensure all invoices are correctly posted and suppliers are paid on time. Verify supplier statements to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Payroll: Process weekly and monthly payroll and provide cover when required. Prepare and post payroll journals as part of month-end procedures.
• Purchase Orders: Verify that purchase orders linked to contract numbers are processed promptly to support timely project revenue recognition.
• Credit Card & Petty Cash: Post and reconcile company credit card and petty cash transactions accurately.
• Fixed Assets: Maintain the fixed asset register, post acquisitions to the correct nominal codes, and prepare depreciation journals at month-end.
• Reporting: Generate financial reports using D365 to maintain accurate financial records and support decision-making.
• Journals & Adjustments: Identify and correct miscoded transactions by preparing and posting appropriate journals.
• Supplier & Client Relations: Respond promptly and professionally to supplier and client queries via phone and email.
• Interdepartmental Liaison: Work collaboratively with other departments to ensure efficient financial operations and accurate reporting.
• Staff Expenses: Record, reconcile, and process staff expense claims for payment.
• Administrative Support: Handle incoming mail, answer calls, and provide general administrative assistance to the finance team.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Part Qualified or Newly qualified, or qualified by experience
• System requirements: D365 experience preferred. Microsoft Office required

PERSON SPECIFICATION: 

• Trustworthy and reliable
• Ability to prioritise work efficiently
• Ability to work to deadlines
• Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
• Proactive and flexible approach to different situations
• Dedication and commitment
• Good I.T skills and knowledge – D365 preferred but not essential, Microsoft Office required - particularly Excel.
• Experience working in Finance departments
• Part qualified, newly qualified or QBE

We Offer:  

At CECO, we are committed to a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers. 

The hours of work are Monday to Thursday 08.30 to 17.00 and Friday 08.30 to hours per week)

Salary: £35,000 to £38,000 per annum pro rata, depending on experience

Wakefield Acoustics Employee Benefits 

• Pension: 5% employee, 3% employer contribution.
• Health Cover and Employee Assistance Programme: Westfield Health
• The production bonus is made of three elements of £100 sales, £100 quality & £50 attendance. Paid each quarter if achieved
• Death in service – 2x annual salary
• 25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays
• Electric car scheme – subject to affordability (after probation period)

ABOUT US  

CECO's Commitment to Our People  

At CECO, our people are at the center of everything we do. Whether you're a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring opportunities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you'll find your chance to make a difference with CECO.  

ABOUT CECO  

CECO Environmental is a leading environmentally focused, diversified industrial company whose solutions protect people, the environment, and industrial equipment across the globe, serving a broad landscape of industrial air, industrial water and energy transition markets.  

We serve these markets and our global customers through our key business segments: Engineered Systems and Industrial Process Solutions. Learn more about CECO by visiting About Us.  

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