Assistant Accountant

Ruby Group are looking for a Part qualified Accountant to join a Private Equity backed business that has seen 50% year on year growth, this is a trend that is set to continue. A newly created role supporting the Financial Controller. Your responsibilities will be to supervise an accounts assistant, reviewing, and reconciling work. Assist with the production of monthly management accounts including balance sheet reconciliation, accruals, and prepayments. Maintain and reconcile the fixed asset register. Preparing journals, cost analysis. Taking ownership of month end processes. Cash flow forecasting and variance analysis. You will prepare VAT returns, liaise with internal and external stakeholders including department heads, suppliers, and banks. Produce ad hoc reports and analysis relating to the AP, AR, general ledgers, and bank accounts.

The Ideal applicant will have a relevant degree and be working towards a professional qualification in either ACCA, CIMA or AAT, and be at least Part qualified. You must have a minimum of three year’s experience gained whilst working in a finance function. Excellent communication skills and the ability to prioritise your workload is essential. SAGE 200 experience is advantageous, intermediate excel skill utilising Vlook ups and pivot tables. This is an excellent time to join the business as they have plans to further expand, because of this progression can be offered. (Hybrid Working)