Assistant Accountant

Assistant Accountant Snodland, Kent Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm KHR is working in collaboration with a leading global business focused on sustainability, continuous improvement and employee growth who are looking to hire an Assistant Accountant on a temporary basis. As the Assistant Accountant, you will provide accounting support to the Financial Controller, play a key role in the monthly accounts process, and provide cover & support to other departmental functions. Responsibilities of the Assistant Accountant will include, yet not be limited to: –​ Budget and Forecasts: contribute to the annual budget, and monthly forecasting processes, providing information and managing input from other departments as required ​- Assist with monitoring capital expenditure including cost tracking, cash flow forecast,​ variance analysis and project compliance ​- Prepare reports and key performance indicators as required ​-​ Prepare and input journals to the SAP GL, maintaining the audit trail for each transaction ​-​ Prepare ad-hoc payments and ensure processed on time and approved in line with a chart of​ authority ​- Prepare control account reconciliations and monthly reconciliation of interfaces including - Production and stock systems; resolve any issues that arise ​- Process non-stock invoices for items such as sundry income and group recharges ​-​ Liaise with intercompany customers and suppliers to ensure that the intercompany​ balances reconcile each month-end ​-​ Undertake study and complete exams for one of the main accountancy bodies. ​- Subsequently, acquire sufficient knowledge and experience to apply for full membership ​-​ Any other duties as deemed appropriate by the Financial Controller Candidate Profile - Degree in Finance or Accounting (preferred) - Part/Fully Qualified Accountant (AAT/ACCA/CIMA) - Analytical skills and attention to detail - SAP and Microsoft Office proficiency - Proactive problem-solver with a hands-on approach - Adaptable and committed to continuous improvement To be considered please apply today. KH Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.