Assistant Financial Accountant

The Assistant Financial Accountant will support the accounting team in delivering accurate financial reporting. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with a strong grasp of accounting principles and an interest in the industrial/manufacturing sector based in Guildford.

Client Details

The Assistant Financial Accountant will support the accounting team in delivering accurate financial reporting. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with a strong grasp of accounting principles and an interest in the industrial/manufacturing sector based in Guildford.

Description

* Prepare and post journals including payroll, accruals, prepayments, reallocations and corrections.

* Maintain high‑quality balance sheet reconciliations, investigating variances promptly.

* Ownership of monthly and intercompany reporting to group, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines, and being first point of contact.

* Support the Financial Accounting Manager in the preparation of statutory accounts.

* Compile audit evidence, schedules and supporting documentation for external auditors.

* Help maintain a robust internal control environment, including supporting internal audit activities as required.

Profile

A successful Assistant Financial Accountant should have:

• A background in accountancy or finance, supported by relevant qualifications, preferably in an engineering, technology, manufacturing or project‑based environment.
• Proficient in Excel (pivot tables, lookups) and comfortable with integrated ERP systems.
• Experience with SAP‑based systems or similar: SAP Business One / S4Hana / SAP Concur highly desirable.
• Understanding of UK GAAP and basic statutory reporting requirements.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary up to £50,000
• Excellent benefits package, including holiday entitlement and pension contributions.
• Permanent position located Guildford.

If you are ready to take the next step in your accounting career, this role could be the perfect opportunity for you. Apply today to join a team dedicated to financial excellence!