Assistant Accountant
Oswestry (on-site)
£35,000 to £42,000
Seymour John is proud to be partnering with an Oswestry based client who seek to recruit an Assistant Accountant to support the finance team with day-to-day accounting tasks. In this role you will ensure accurate financial records and compliance with company policies and statutory requirements. The role is ideal for someone detail-oriented, organised, and eager to develop their career in finance. Please be aware this is a full time office based role.
Key Responsibilities
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Assist with the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
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Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.
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Preparation of Balance Sheet Reconciliations.
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Preparation of Profit & Loss Reconciliations.
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Perform margin analysis on a Product Line basis.
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Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
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Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and company policies.
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Support internal and external audits by preparing required documentation.
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Collaborate with other departments to resolve financial queries.
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Perform other ad-hoc tasks as assigned by the Finance Manager.
Requirements
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You may well be degree educated or working towards professional qualifications such as ACCA or CIMA.
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Strong knowledge of MS Excel and accounting software (e.g., IFS, SAP).
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Excellent numerical and analytical skills.
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High attention to detail and accuracy.
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Strong organisational and time management abilities.
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Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Desirable Skills
For further information please contact Lee Walker at Seymour John Ltd
