Assistant Accountant

Our client, a prominent player within the defence industry, is seeking an experienced Assistant Accountant on a contract basis. This involves supporting daily tasks, performing key month-end activities, budgeting, and reporting processes, ensuring deadlines are met with high accuracy. Key Responsibilities: Ensure costs are analysed and accruals posted for accurate and timely monthly actual reporting Support the business in ensuring cost allocation to the correct cost elements/functional cost centres Work with Business Partners to support daily business requests and queries Contribute to the timely delivery of the annual operating cost budget and forecasts Support the external audit process where required, particularly with audit preparation and evidence gathering Document processes to aid the reduction of single point failures and allow for holiday cover Support the reporting role to develop more efficient processes, especially in budgeting Identify and communicate any cost risks and opportunities throughout the year to assist in accurate forecasting Communicate effectively across all business functions and resolve queries as required Undertake additional duties as needed to support the Industrial Performance and Operations team Job Requirements: AAT qualified or part-qualified professional accountancy qualification (e.g., CIMA) Strong Excel skills and high attention to detail/accuracy Experience with SAP or a similar ERP system is advantageous Benefits: Opportunity to work with a dynamic and supportive team Chance to engage with a range of interesting projects Professional development opportunities within the finance sector If you are an experienced Assistant Accountant looking for a contract role that offers both challenge and reward, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and talented team