Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintaining and updating the fixed asset register, processing depreciation, and preparing month-end accounting packs, including analysis of capital expenditure against budgets and variance explanations.
• Preparing and reconciling balance sheets and intercompany accounts for multiple entities, resolving any discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Managing prepayment schedules and additions, supporting audit accruals, and allocating offshore maintenance costs to ensure accurate month-end reporting.
• Posting and reconciling credit card transactions, liaising with employees to obtain supporting documentation and coordinating with Accounts Payable to ensure statements and payments reconciliation.
• Assisting in preparing and submitting tax returns, including VAT and fuel duty claims, while maintaining accurate supporting documentation for year-end tax packs.
• Supporting the preparation of ONS surveys, ensuring compliance with statutory reporting requirements.
• Assisting with foreign exchange revaluation processes and review related accounting entries for accuracy.
• Setting up and processing manual payments through the banking portal while maintaining robust financial controls.
• Preparing and posting ad-hoc journals as required, supporting the wider Finance Team with month-end closing activities.
• Providing ad-hoc support to the Finance Team, responding to queries from internal departments and external suppliers, and offering cover for other Accounts Assistants when needed.

About You

• You will have similar experience in a finance or accounts role with proven knowledge of month-end as well as a broad range of finance duties.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with experience using financial or ERP systems.
• Highly organised, detail-focused, and able to manage multiple priorities while meeting tight deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively across departments and with external stakeholders.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently, demonstrating professionalism and a proactive approach.

What’s In It For You?

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• The opportunity to work in an exciting and varied role as part of a dynamic team.