Junior Accountant

Junior Accountant

Posted 7 days ago by 1767276326

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Negotiable
Undetermined
Remote
London
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Accounting Finance Financial Data General Insurance Generally Accepted Accounting Principles Internal Controls Invoicing Management Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office Organisational Skills Petty Cash Project Management Supervision Transfer Pricing Value-Added Tax VAT Returns

Summary: The Assistant Accountant role involves supporting the Senior Accountant and Financial Controller in financial reporting and compliance within an energy firm. The position is fully remote and offers a competitive salary of up to £40,000. The candidate will assist in various accounting tasks, including financial transaction recording, report preparation, and compliance with accounting standards. This role is ideal for a part-qualified accountant looking to develop their career in finance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the accurate recording and reporting of financial transactions in relevant systems.
  • Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
  • Help maintain project cost monitors and update forecasts under guidance from senior accountants.
  • Assist with invoicing according to project progress and contractual terms, ensuring proper payment allocation.
  • Prepare supporting documentation for internal and external audits.
  • Ensure adherence to internal controls and accounting standards.
  • Support compliance with local GAAP and company Financial Reporting Guidelines (FRG).
  • Assist with tax-related tasks such as VAT returns and basic transfer pricing documentation.
  • Help maintain accurate records for petty cash and bank transactions.
  • Support the identification and reporting of financial risks and non-conformance costs.
  • Assist in monitoring currency and tax-related issues under supervision.
  • Work closely with the Senior Accountant and project teams to ensure smooth financial operations.
  • Participate in internal meetings and provide financial data as required.
  • Build strong working relationships across finance, project management, and other departments.

Key Skills:

  • Part-qualified accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIMA) or currently studying towards qualification.
  • 1-2 years of experience in accounting or finance (internship or entry-level role acceptable).
  • Strong knowledge of MS Office (Excel proficiency essential).
  • Detail-oriented with good analytical and organisational skills.
  • Ability to work under supervision and meet deadlines.
  • Strong communication skills and willingness to learn.
  • Interest in developing a career in accounting and finance.

Salary (Rate): £42,000 yearly

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

Assistant Accountant Vacancy/Fully Remote/Energy Firm/Up to 40k Salary

Assistant Accountant supporting the Senior Accountant/Financial Controller
Responsibilities
Financial Support & Reporting

  • Assist in the accurate recording and reporting of financial transactions in relevant systems.
  • Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
  • Help maintain project cost monitors and update forecasts under guidance from senior accountants.
  • Assist with invoicing according to project progress and contractual terms, ensuring proper payment allocation.
  • Prepare supporting documentation for internal and external audits.

Compliance & Controls

  • Ensure adherence to internal controls and accounting standards.
  • Support compliance with local GAAP and company Financial Reporting Guidelines (FRG).
  • Assist with tax-related tasks such as VAT returns and basic transfer pricing documentation.
  • Help maintain accurate records for petty cash and bank transactions.

Risk & Claim Management

  • Support the identification and reporting of financial risks and non-conformance costs.
  • Assist in monitoring currency and tax-related issues under supervision.

Collaboration

  • Work closely with the Senior Accountant and project teams to ensure smooth financial operations.
  • Participate in internal meetings and provide financial data as required.
  • Build strong working relationships across finance, project management, and other departments.

What do we require from you?

  • Part-qualified accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIMA) or currently studying towards qualification.
  • 1-2 years of experience in accounting or finance (internship or entry-level role acceptable).
  • Strong knowledge of MS Office (Excel proficiency essential).
  • Detail-oriented with good analytical and organisational skills.
  • Ability to work under supervision and meet deadlines.
  • Strong communication skills and willingness to learn.
  • Interest in developing a career in accounting and finance.

Remuneration and Rewards

  • Competitive salary.
  • Study support for professional qualifications.
  • Hybrid working options.
  • Private medical insurance.
  • Pension and other benefits.

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