Assistant Accountant

Assistant Accountant Our client is a leader in the transport and warehousing industry, committed to excellence and continuous growth. Their mission is to deliver outstanding results while fostering a culture of integrity, collaboration, and professional development. As they continue to expand, we are offering an exciting opportunity for a talented individual to join us as an Assistant Accountant. Our client are looking for an Assistant Accountant to perform daily accounting tasks that will support our financial team. Supporting the finance department, financial controller, and management team by completing routine clerical and accounting tasks. Maintaining weekly reports and completing bookkeeping and accounting duties for the company. Location: Slough Shift pattern: Monday – Friday Hours: 42.5 Annual salary: £35,000 per year. Study support after successful probation period. Key responsibilities: * Weekly cashflow forecasts * Working with other members of the finance team to produce weekly management accounts. * Monthly balance sheet account reconciliations * Create and process monthly journals (prepayments, accruals, depreciation, etc) * Work with the financial controller to manage the month end closing process * VAT Returns * Completing financial reports on an adhoc and regular basis to provide insight to the finance team and wider management team. * Variance analysis and producing financial KPI Reports. * Assisting the financial controller and senior staff members with various other tasks, including preparing budgets, analysing management accounts, and liaising with external auditors. What are we looking for from you to join us * Work experience as an Assistant Accountant or similar Accounting Role * Knowledge of bookkeeping procedures * Familiarity with finance regulations * Good math skills and the ability to spot numerical errors * Handson experience with MS Excel and accounting software (e.g. Sage) * Organization skills * Ability to handle sensitive, confidential information * BSc/Ba in Accounting, Finance or relevant field or * AAT 4 qualified / Currently studying the Level 4 AAT Qualification or qualified by experience How We Help You Thrive * 28 days annual leave * Free onsite parking * Workplace Pension * Employee Assistance Program for mental health and wellbeing * Sage Benefits * Learning and development Take the next step in your finance career with a role that challenges and rewards you. Join us at Integral Staff, where your expertise will be valued and your professional growth nurtured. Integral Staff is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Ready to accelerate your career? Apply now by sending your resume and a cover letter. Join us and contribute to the efficiency and success of our finance operations