Job Description

What is expected from the Assistant Accountant:

• Understanding and managing the WIP and billing fundamentals; monitor profitability and budgets as required.

• Preparation and coordination of existing, and development of new, monthly reports as required.

• Maintain areas of data in the system in line with company standards and provide other adhoc financial tasks as required.

• System maintenance including estimate approvals, billing profiles and job closing to ensure an accurate findings.

• Taking an active role in month end closedown to ensure the accurate and timely production of monthly management information data and reports.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships within the finance office and the wider business Highly numerate with a meticulous attention to detail The ability to work under pressure, with large volumes of data whilst consistently meeting deadlines Highly organised with excellent time management skills and an ability to prioritise workload The ability to adapt and respond to meet changing agency needs and requirements Working knowledge of systems including SAP and the Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel You will be either part qualified in one of the major accounting qualifications e.g. AAT, ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA etc or have previous experience of working in a commercial finance role.