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