Assistant Accountant

MacKenzie King are recruiting an Assistant Accountant to join an impressive business in the Colchester area. As an Assistant Accountant, you will use the previous experience within a varied accounting role, to play an integral part within the finance team.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Produce weekly/monthly payment runs, resolve queries, and maintain internal accounting spreadsheets.
• Control petty cash, post vouchers to the General Ledger and reconcile at month end.
• Daily bank reconciliations.
• Assist with the budget and forecasting processes.
• Support the Management Accountant where necessary.
• Assist in month end duties.
• Participate in ad hoc activities and reporting.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Experience in a similar role
• Knowledge of both purchase ledger and sales ledger
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise projects to meet tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Good communication & interpersonal skills           
• Strong Excel skills
• Ability to complete tasks while maintaining all confidentiality requirements
• AAT/CIMA/ACCA studier