Assistant Commercial Accountant

Join our Team as a Assistant Commercial Accountant at Aspire Defence Services Limited (ADSL)

Salary: Up to 30,000 per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, no weekends
Location: Aspire Business Centre, Tidworth

Are you ready to join a dynamic team where innovation thrives? Aspire Defence Services Limited (ADSL) is seeking a passionate and results-driven Assistant Commercial Accountant to be part of our exciting journey.

What We Offer:

Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays, with the option to buy and sell holiday

Pension Plan: Contributory Company Pension Plan matched up to 6%

Insurance: Individual life assurance and personal accident cover

Employee Benefits Portal: Access to private medical, private dental, discounted gym membership, and discounted shopping at over 100 brands and outlets

Reward and Recognition: Celebrate outstanding achievements

Employee Assistance Program: Funded program with onsite mental health first aiders

Your Role:

• You will be coordinating the preparation of monthly reports and invoice packs including consolidation of garrison submissions.

• You will be liaising with finance teams to ensure volumetric usage information is delivered within required timelines.

• You will be addressing invoicing issues with internal stakeholders, subcontractors, and customers.

• You will be supporting month-end processes including reconciliations in line with required controls.

• You will be supporting budgeting, forecasting, and revenue analysis activities for contract performance.

• You will be assisting with contract change accounting and validation of associated outputs and reporting.

What We're Looking For:

• Qualifications: You will be educated to at least degree level or equivalent, demonstrating a strong academic foundation relevant to finance and accounting.

• Experience: You will have strong attention to detail and general business awareness, supporting accurate financial reporting and operations.

• Skills: You will have excellent communication skills, strong organisational ability, and a professional approach, with the capability to work effectively as part of a team.

Experience & Knowledge:

You will have strong attention to detailand an understanding of general business awareness.

Desirable:

Public sector or similar contract experience would be an advantage, similarly so would Defence sector accounting experience.

Skills:

• Strong Microsoft Excel skills

• Effective communicator at all levels

• Professional attitude and approach

• Team player

• Excellent organisational skills

• Accuracy and attention to detail

Additional Information:

• The Garrisons are tobacco-free working environments.

• Security clearance is required prior to starting with us.

• We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate against protected characteristics. All candidates will be given equal consideration through our established procedures.

• Please note, this vacancy may close early if we receive a high volume of applications.

Ready to Join Us? If you’re ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, apply now and be part of our dedicated team supporting the armed forces across Hampshire and Wiltshire.