Assistant Accountant
London
Title : Assistant Accountant
Type : 15-month temporary contract
Location : Central London, hybrid working options offered.
Salary : £40,000 - £50,000 + bonus + benefits
The company:
Our client is a multinational Shipping group, headquartered in London. They are currently looking for an Assistant Accountant to join their high performing finance team on a 15-month contract.
Responsibilities:
Responsibility for the preparation and control of intercompany, related party and third party reconciliations.
Preparation of bank reconciliations and payment instructions
Preparation and input of journal entries for approval by Group Accountants
Assisting Group Accountants with quarter end procedures.
Assisting Chief Accountant with further accounting tasks when required
Ensuring that accounting controls are adhered to at all times
Maintenance and quarterly uploading of the Company’s lease, depreciation, deferred charges, interest accruals and other accounting schedules as required.
Researching technical accounting issues and preparation of file notes and accounting memos for non-routine commercial transactions. (depending on experience)
Role Requirements
The ideal candidate will be a part qualified ACCA/CIMA/ACA studier with at least 3 years experience in an accounting function
Ability to work on own initiative or as a part of a team
Ability to meet deadlines
Candidates must have advanced Excel skills/analytical skills