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"If I have seen further, it is by standing on the shoulders of giants.”  Isaac Newton. 
 
Sheridan Maine is pleased to represent a rapidly expanding and an award-winning organisation.  With a commitment to innovation and excellence, our client has experienced significant growth and is now seeking a talented individual to join their dynamic finance team as Assistant Accountant.
 
Position Overview:
As an Assistant Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the finance function, contributing to the overall success and growth of the organisation. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional to become an integral part of a thriving team.
 
Responsibilities:

• Assist in the production of management accounts.
• Conduct variance analysis and provide insights into financial performance.
• Prepare accurate and timely reports and present findings to the directors.
• Prepare budgets and forecasts to support strategic decision-making.
• Play a key role in month-end and year-end close processes.
• Manage sales and purchase ledgers effectively.
• Handle accruals, prepayments, and journal entries.
• Oversee payroll for staff members.
• Set up and verification of new subcontractors
• Inputting data through COINS system monthly.
• Raising manual payments (BACS, CHAPS) as required.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve financial discrepancies.
• Responsible for CIS tax deductions, their calculation and back up documentation.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives within the finance department.

• Proven experience as an Assistant Accountant or similar role.
• Part-qualified or qualified by experience.
• Proficient in the use of accounting software Xero Accounting is beneficial.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.