Assistant Accountant

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Assistant Accountant Maternity Cover (12-Month FTC) Watford

Up to £37,500 per annum (DOE) ASAP start 12-month fixed-term contract

Office-based, Watford

Looking to build your career in finance within a global, fast-moving business? This could be the role for you.

What you'll be doing:

Month-End & Reporting

Assist with preparation of monthly management accounts

Post journals (accruals, prepayments, FX adjustments)

Perform and maintain balance sheet reconciliations

Prepare supporting schedules for reporting and analysis

Accounts Payable & Receivable

Process supplier invoices and employee expenses accurately and on time

Reconcile AP/AR ledgers across UK and Dutch entities

Financial Controls & Compliance

Maintain and update the fixed asset register

Assist with VAT preparation for the UK, Netherlands and Germany

Business & Operational Support

Provide financial information and analysis to the Financial Accountant

Support budgeting and forecasting with data entry and reconciliations

What you'll bring:

AAT qualified, or studying towards ACCA/CIMA (study support available)

2-3 years' experience in an accounting role (AP/AR or general ledger)

Good understanding of double-entry, journals and reconciliations

Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups)

Sound like you? Please apply by sending your CV with salary and notice period details.

This role is based full-time from our Watford office.