Accounts Assistant

Vitae Financial Recruitment • Temporary • Watford, Hertfordshire, England, United Kingdom • £35k - £38k / year • 4h ago

Temporary Accounts Assistant
Watford | Hybrid (2 Days Office / 3 Days Home)
Circa £35,000 - £38,000 Equivalent + Holiday Pay

An established and well-respected business based in Watford is seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant/ Accountant to join the finance team on a temporary basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied accounting role and is available to start at short notice.

Working closely with an experienced finance team, you'll play a key role in supporting the smooth running of day-to-day finance operations, with a particular focus on reconciliations, financial controls and ensuring accurate financial records.

Key Responsibilities:
- Preparing and completing balance sheet reconciliations.
- Investigating and resolving reconciling items in a timely manner.
- Supporting month-end close activities, including journals and accruals.
- Assisting with cash and bank reconciliations.
- Supporting intercompany reconciliations where required.
- Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with internal controls.
- Assisting with process improvements and ad hoc finance projects.
- Working closely with colleagues across finance and the wider business to resolve queries.

The Person:
- Previous experience in an accounting or finance role with strong reconciliation experience.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and able to hit the ground running.
- Good Excel skills and confidence working with finance systems.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills.
- A proactive approach with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Ideally AAT qualified or studying, although qualified by experience candidates with relevant skills will also be considered.
- Available immediately or on short notice.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly, collaborative finance team within a flexible hybrid working environment. If you're looking for your next temporary assignment where you can make an immediate impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Vitae Financial Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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