Financial Reporting Assistant

Financial Reporting Assistant

Location: Peterborough

Salary: Up to £35,000

Contract: 12 Month Fixed-Term Contract

Working Pattern: 5 days on-site

We are working with an established business to recruit a Financial Reporting Assistant to join its Finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

This is a hands-on financial accounting role, supporting the month-end close and wider financial reporting activities. The position will focus on balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, prepayments, journal preparation and providing accurate financial information to support the wider Finance function.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies.
• Assist with month-end financial reporting and close processes.
• Prepare and post journals, including accruals and prepayments.
• Apply a sound understanding of debits and credits when preparing and reviewing accounting entries.
• Support VAT reporting and compliance activities.
• Provide supporting documentation and information for internal and external audits.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure supporting schedules are kept up to date.
• Work closely with colleagues across Finance to resolve queries and meet reporting deadlines.

About You

• Previous experience in an Assistant Accountant, Financial Reporting or similar finance role.
• Good understanding of core accounting principles, including debits and credits.
• Experience preparing balance sheet reconciliations, accruals and prepayments..
• Intermediate Excel skills.
• Highly organised, methodical and attentive to detail.
• Solution-focused, with clear communication skills.
• Able to manage workloads effectively and work to deadlines.
• AAT Qualified.

The Opportunity

An excellent opportunity to join an established international Finance team, gaining further experience across financial accounting and reporting within a busy business environment.

Interviews are expected to commence towards the end of November, with a view to starting in December.