Anderson Knight are currently recruiting for an Assistant Accountant on a permanent bases on behalf of our well known client based in Clydebank. The role will be hybrid working, offering a salary of up to £30,000. This role would be ideal for a Part qualified Accountant AAT/ACCA/CIMA/ICAS or someone who is looking to start their studies.

Reporting to Finance Team Leader you will be responsible for the processing of all agency disbursement accounts and payments. You will be able to work as part of the busy Client Reporting Team and on your own initiative with a flexible and committed approach to the role.

Key Responsibilities

Preparation of management accounts for external clients.
Budget variance analysis in co-operation with the budget holders.
Support the client team leader in the delivery of the Client Reporting funding packs
Completion of month end balance sheet reconciliations within prescribed timelines and resolving balances with the AP function.
Creation and processing of bank payments and Bank Reconciliations
Working closely with our operations department to deliver vessel commentary to our clients.
Management of Cash Book and General Ledger, using Agresso.
Maintenance of open purchase orders and following AP internal processes and performing Commitment Key Checks
Processing General Ledger transactions, including accruals and prepayments.
Ad hoc duties for clients and management.
You may be asked from time to time be asked to undertake other tasks that are relevant to your position.

Essential

Qualified by experience in relevant/similar role
Experience preparing accounts to trial balance
Ability to prioritise and manage deadlines with time management skills
Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
Ability to develop internal relationships within the role
Willing to adopt a can-do approach
Competent with Excel and Word

Desirable

Part qualified Accountant AAT/ACCA/CIMA/ICAS or part qualified experience
Experience working within a Finance function
Previous working knowledge of using an ERP system
Desire to develop within the role and the team

If this is something you would be interested in, please contact Richard Brown at Anderson Knight for more information.