In a Nutshell…
We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Accountant to join our team within Vistry South East, at our office in Redhill, Surrey (RH1 1QZ). As our Assistant Accountant, you will support the Regional Finance function in maintaining and reporting accurate financial records and provide insightful financial and commercial analysis. You will assist in preparation of monthly forecasts, the annual budget and long-term strategic plan.
We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we’re also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated.
Let’s cut to the chase, what’s in it for you…
Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
Up to 39 days annual leave plus bank holidays
2 Volunteering days per annum
Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
Share save and share incentive schemes
Christmas company shutdown
Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…In return, what we would like from you…
Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality
Strong academic record
Strong GCSE/A-levels or equivalent
Working towards recognized accountancy qualification or desire to begin studying ACA/ACCA/CIMA
Able to process information accurately to strict deadlines
Ability to follow up queries proactively and resolve them satisfactorily
Good understanding of Microsoft Office, Outlook and particularly Excel is vital
Excellent analytical and organisational skills
Strong mathematical and IT skills
Ability to work to a high degree of accuracy
Good understanding of business
Able to communicate to individuals at all levels
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Attention to detail
Collaborative nature and ability to build relationships
Honesty and discretion
Willing to work extra to meet deadlines and when the business needs require it
Desirable…
Finance related degree or part-qualified accountant
Experience of professional finance environment e.g. placement or work experience
Knowledge of the housebuilding/construction industry
Experience using COINS or Anaplan
Ability to explain technical financial information clearly to non-finance peopleMore about the Assistant Accountant role…
Own the reporting of regional key performance indicators and management information, both financial and non-financial, to senior management. Examples include weekly sales reporting and monthly forward orderbook position.
Support with the month end close process and own the weekly cashbook postings.
Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations for low and medium risk accounts, preparing appropriate documentation to support existing balances and uphold financial controls.
Raise invoices to partners for contracted income and track receipts.
Support with financial administration of sites including setting up contract series and plot information in COINS and HARP systems
Support with the preparation of short-term cash forecasts and the monthly reforecast and associated deliverables.
Support with the preparation of the annual budget / strategic plan and associated deliverables.
Ad-hoc generation and analysis of information to support key stakeholders.Finally, let’s tell you a bit more about us…
We build more than homes, we’re making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you’ll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we’re a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach.
Join us in making Vistry.
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