Senior Assistant Accountant

Location Tonbridge
Salary £30k - £35k
Contract Permanent
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Our client is a fast-growing, multi-entity business with an ambitious vision and a commitment to operational excellence. As they continue to scale, they are looking to hire a highly capable and motivated Senior Assistant Accountant to support their CFO and finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a broad and varied role with excellent exposure and long-term progression. If you're studying towards your ACCA or CIMA and looking for a hands-on, developmental role—this is the one for you.

 

Key Responsibilities:

·       Reconcile Accounts Payable to ensure timely, accurate invoice processing (PO and non-PO)

·       Manage Accounts Receivable and credit control, ensuring timely receipt of payments

·       Prepare and submit VAT returns for CFO review

·       Support and advise on multi-currency transactions

·       Reconcile balance sheet accounts, control accounts, and intercompany transactions

·       Assist with monthly management accounts and year-end audit preparation

·       Maintain cashflow forecasting and support financial reporting for the CFO

·       Conduct financial analysis and suggest process improvements

·       Daily reconciliation of bank and card payments

·       Respond to finance queries and monitor shared inboxes

·       File invoices, receipts, and support documentation

·       Support ad hoc finance projects across multiple business units

 

Candidate Profile:

·       Experience in a similar finance role with hands-on responsibilities

·       Strong Excel skills and confident handling technical/numerical data

·       Excellent verbal and written communication skills

·       Studying towards ACCA/CIMA or equivalent

·       Highly numerate, analytical, and detail-oriented

·       Self-motivated with strong time management and organisational skills

·       Positive, team-oriented mindset with a “can-do” attitude

·       Familiarity with Xero is a plus

·       Passion for finance and desire to progress in a growing business

 

This is a brilliant opportunity to step into a finance role that offers more than just processing. You'll gain exposure across a range of critical areas and work alongside a supportive, knowledgeable CFO who’s invested in your growth.

Apply now

Consultant

Joanne Gruodienė

Associate Director