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Assistant Financial Accountant Location: WarehamContract Type: Permanent 12 month FTC Hyrbid Working £30-35,000 per annum We're looking for an Assistant Financial Accountant to play a key role in delivering accurate and timely external regulatory reporting and supporting our clients Group Finance team. If you're detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to develop your career in finance, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. What you'll be doing Assisting in the preparation of statutory accounts for the Group and its subsidiaries, including year-end reporting schedules for external auditors.Preparing and submitting VAT returns across all entities, managing payments and resolving queries.Reconciling key balance sheet accounts, including VAT control and reserve accounts.Helping maintain finance reporting and budgeting system.Supporting due diligence on acquisitions and coordinating monthly journal reviews.Assisting with fixed asset reporting. What we're looking for Educated to GCSE and A-Level standard (or equivalent), with passes in English and Maths.A relevant degree or AAT Level 3+ qualification is an advantage.Part-qualified or studying towards ACA/CIMA/ACCA is desirable.Alternatively, three years of relevant experience in financial reporting, management accounting, or budgeting.Strong Excel skills and confidence with IT systems; experience with specialist finance systems is a plus.Excellent analytical skills and the ability to present information clearly.Strong organisational skills to manage deadlines effectively.Confidence to liaise with senior colleagues and external service providers