Assistant Accountant
ApplyJob Title: Assistant Accountant
Location: Hybrid – Petersfield, Hampshire
Company: FitzRoy
Salary £34,000 – £36,000
Contract Type: Full Time
Job Overview:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Accountant to support our finance department. You will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with month-end processes, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
– Assist in the preparation of financial statements and reports.
– Manage accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely payments and collections.
– Oversee debtor reporting ensuring targets are met, whilst providing support to the sales ledger team
– Support the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
– Produce monthly variance analysis and update commissioned hours reports.
– Collaborate with team members to improve financial processes and reporting.
– Process and upload payroll and other month end journals
Requirements
– GCSE Grade C or above in Maths and written/spoken English; or similar standard
– AAT qualified or studying towards a relevant qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA) Desirable
– Previous experience in an accounting or finance role is preferred.
– Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
– Proficient in accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks) and MS Excel.
– Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
What We Offer:
– Competitive salary and benefits package.
– Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
– A supportive and collaborative work environment.
– 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays – increasing with service
– Free membership of our Health Cash Back Scheme for you and your family – claim back money on services such as Dental, Optical, Chiropractor and many more
– An Employee Assistance programme which includes virtual GPs, Legal advice and more
– Training and Development to further your skills.
– Loyalty awards and life assurance
– Perkbox shopping discounts
– Holiday top-up scheme