Assistant Accountant

Assistant Accountant job description

The Assistant Accountant will provide support to the seni or accountant and wider finance team by helping to prepare financial statements, accounts, budgets, processing invoices and preparing VAT returns.Assistant Accountants are also a key member of the finance team who are responsible for the finalisation of month-end and year-end accounts.

Assistant Accountant duties and responsibilities of the job

The role is hugely instrumental in helping the finance team make decisions about what will ultimately improve business performance.An Assistant Accountant job description generally includes: Supporting the senior/managing accountant and wider finance team Collaborating with these teams to work on various accounting projects Performing reconciliations of accounts Processing payments and invoices accurately and within expected time periods Verifying financial statements, ledgers and accounts and making corrections where appropriate Preparing profit and loss accounts sheets Preparing VAT return Preparing the yearly budget Taking minutes in meetings and other administrative duties

Assistant Accountant job qualifications and requirements

Although a Bachelor’s degree isn’t a requirement, it may be advantageous in helping candidates secure a career in accounting or finance, of which an Assistant Accountant is generally the first step. Degrees in the following industries may work especially in jobseekers' advantage: Accounting Economics Mathematics An Assistant Accountant job description should also highlight the following skills. The ability to produce accurate financial reports Excellent attention to detail Discretion as there will likely be sensitive information and figures discussed The ability to work to strict time constraints The ability to prioritise work An organised and methodical approach to a task An Assistant Accountant is unlikely to be expected to have a huge amount of experience and is likely to get a lot of on-the-job training.

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Salary for Assistant Accountant
70500 - 86500
25th Percentile
70500
The applicant has limited or no experience in the position and is still developing their skills. Demand: Low
50th Percentile
78500
The applicant has an average level of experience and has most of the necessary skills. Demand: Moderate
75th Percentile
86500
The applicant has above-average experience, has (nearly) all necessary skills, and may also have specialised qualifications. Demand: High
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