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Finance Assistant - Sage

Posted 8 April by Gleeson Recruitment Group
Salary icon £25,000 - £28,000 per annum
Location icon Birmingham , West Midlands

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We have been instructed to recruit a highly motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Accountant to join a dynamic Finance team based in Birmingham City Centre paying up to £28,000. In this critical role, you will play a key part in ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and efficiency of our financial processes, while providing valuable insights to support informed decision-making across the company.

Hybrid working is on offer with the requirement to be in the office only twice a week!

Assistant Accountant Key Responsibilities:

  • Financial Reporting:
    • Prepare and maintain monthly management packs, ensuring they reflect a true and accurate financial position.
    • Assist with the preparation of statutory accounts and other regulatory filings, adhering to relevant compliance requirements.
    • Develop and maintain budgets and forecasts, analysing variances and proactively identifying potential issues.
  • Cashflow Management:
    • Monitor cashflow on a daily basis, identifying and promptly resolving any discrepancies.
    • Prepare detailed cashflow forecasts to support key business decisions.
  • Financial Compliance:
    • Maintain financial records in accordance with all relevant statutory and regulatory requirements.
    • Prepare accurate and timely HMRC returns, ensuring they are filed within deadlines.
    • Ensure financial transactions and year-end statements comply with the Group Accounting Manual and relevant reporting frameworks.
  • Process Efficiency:
    • Utilise Finance systems and processes effectively, maintaining adherence to team manuals and policies.
    • Continuously identify and implement opportunities for streamlining and improving efficiency.

Essential Qualifications:

  • Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
  • Proven ability to analyse financial data and generate insightful reports.
  • Excellent organisational, time management, and communication skills.
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Proficiency in Excel and other relevant accounting software.

Desirable Skills:

  • Experience with commercial transactions and contract accounting.
  • Understanding of relevant tax regulations and compliance requirements.
  • Ability to communicate complex financial information to both technical and non-technical audiences.

To apply for the Assistant Accountant position, please click on the apply now button and your CV will be sent directly to the responsible recruiter. We will respond to successful applicants within 7 days, however please feel free to get in touch if you would like any further information about your application.

At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.

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Required skills

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    "AAT" or "sage" or "accounts assistant" or "finance assistant"

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