Assistant Accountant

Job Title: Assistant Accountant Location: Dorking Hours: Monday to Friday Days - 37.5 hrs per week Salary: Up to £35,000 Basic *This is 6 month fixed term contract This role is for an organised and detail-oriented finance professional, who will be supporting the accounting function within a busy finance department. Responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and assisting with reporting and compliance activities. Key Responsibilities of the Assistant Accountant: Assist in maintaining and updating supplier accounts within the Accounts Payable function Process, scan, and post supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner Perform account reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies Support the management of the fixed asset register, including asset creation and disposals Assist with physical audits of assets to ensure compliance with internal and statutory requirements Prepare and process manual payments for authorisation Contribute to the preparation of tax packs and financial reports Assist with month-end and year-end procedures Produce internal reports including accruals, IT, and R&D reporting Provide administrative and accounting support to senior finance staffSkills & Competencies needed for the Assistant Accountant: Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy Good organisational and time management skills Ability to analyse data and resolve discrepancies Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial systems Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a teamExperience & Qualifications required: Previous experience in a finance or accounting role preferred Knowledge of Accounts Payable processes and reconciliationsBenefits: Profit Related Bonus scheme (based on 5% basic salary) 25 days holiday plus BH’s Personal Pension Scheme (3.5% employee = 5.5% employer / 5% employee = 7.5% employer) – enrolled after three months Life Assurance from day one = 5x basic salary Discount Shopping Portal Ride to Work Scheme EAP Access to training Mental Health First AidersHow to Apply Interested? For more details or to discuss your next career move, contact Macy at Kemp Recruitment on (phone number removed) Reference: INDMM