Assistant Accountant

Opportunity to join a long established IT distribution company based in Chessington, Surrey in a key role reporting into the Financial Controller.
Main Responsibilities
* Core supporting responsibilities in the production and maintenance of accurate accounting records within a sound control environment.
* Assisting the Financial Controller with preparation of consolidated monthly Management Accounts
* Performing monthly Balance Sheet Reconciliations
* Bank reconciliations
* Intercompany reconciliation
* Month end journal postings
* Day-to-day financial operations required to maintain the integrity and accuracy of the company’s financial records (e.g. confirm accuracy of daily reports and data uploads)
* Provision of daily key information and assistance with cash flow forecasts to management
* Month end close activities (e.g. accruals and journals)
* Assistance with preparation and filing of VAT return and other statutory submissions
* Any other duties that may from time to time be required by the management of the company
Experience & Competencies Desirable:
* Strong attention to detail
* Highly numerate
* Strong team player with good communication and relationship skills
* Strong Excel knowledge
* Experience of working in a fast-moving environment
* Ability to identify improvement opportunities and recommend change