“No one is more cherished in this world than someone who lightens the burden of another.”- Joseph Addison.Sheridan Maine is delighted to be working with a Bristol based firm to recruit an Assistant Accountant into its team. The position comprises of efficient processing, accuracy and review of financial transactions and financial information in the portfolio of client companies.This role would suit someone working towards their accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with management and statutory accounts experience. Hybrid working and study support is offered by the business.Responsibilities of the Assistant Accountant include:

• Review of six-month management information
• Review of the year-end statutory accounts and tax computations
• Supporting the Finance Manager with the preparation and review of VAT returns
• Dealing with queries from external auditors
• Approve supplier payments
• Assisting with general accounting and regulatory queries
• Working closely with Asset Managers
• Assist the Finance Manager with Finance Due Diligence projects on potential acquisitions
• Support the on-boarding process of new acquisitions
• Provide necessary support and assistance to the bookkeepers as required

Requirements of the Assistant Accountant include:

• Customer focused
• Good organisational skills
• Enthusiastic
• Studying ACCA / CIMA or AAT Qualified
• Experience of Month End and Management Accounts Preparation

Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.If you’re passionate about this position or are keen to hear more, please click on “apply” as soon as possible.