Assistant Accountant

Provide support to the Accountant and maintain accounting records for a number of Group cost centers.

Provide accounting support ensuring that all transactions are reviewed and approved in a timely manner and in line with policy.

Main Tasks:

Accounting and Reconciliations

● Support the month-end process for Central Overheads, including monthly accruals/prepayments and journals in line with the relevant accounting policies and procedures.

● Maintain and reconcile the balance sheet.

● Maintain and reconcile tangible assets and Soft 4 database.

● Support the preparation of monthly management accounts for RI 1927 PLC Co 1000 by WD6

● Support the production of the monthly reporting packs for Legal, Co Sec Finance & Property cost centre managers

● Support the production of the quarterly slide deck and associated summaries for the Finance and Legal quarterly business review

● Prepare, maintain and reconcile cashbook for RI 1927 PLC Barclays account on a monthly basis

● Preparation of less complex MMAs for month-end

● Assist with audit queries

Ad hoc/Other

● Preparation of detailed process notes, including highlighting the controls, across all areas of the Reporting team

● Additional responsibilities as required on an ad hoc basis

Requirements:

● Studying for an ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification

● A-Level or equivalent in a numerical subject is essential

● Prior experience of accounting in a large corporate environment is an advantage

● Some experience in financial reporting and application of GAAP and IFRS is an advantage

● Demonstrated proficiency in the use of accounting and finance technology tools (e.g. Excel and ERP systems)

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working
• Rentokil Initial Reward Scheme
• 23 days holiday, plus 8 bank holidays
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Death in service benefit
• Healthcare
• Free parking

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