Job Description

Are you an experienced Assistant Accountant looking for your next interim opportunity? Do you have strong month-end experience alongside exposure to payroll processing? Are you available immediately, or on no more than one week's notice, and keen to join a dynamic and fast-paced finance team?

A well-known organisation based in North London is seeking an Interim Assistant Accountant to join its finance function on an initial 6-month contract. This is a varied role offering exposure to both management accounting and payroll, making it an excellent opportunity for a finance professional looking to broaden their experience within a busy and supportive team.

The role operates on a hybrid basis, with three days per week in the office and two days working from home.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and posting accruals, prepayments and other month-end journals
• Supporting the month-end close process and assisting with the production of management accounts
• Assisting with balance sheet reconciliations and investigating variances
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Supporting the processing of payroll for over 200 employees, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery
• Assisting with payroll reconciliations and responding to payroll-related queries
• Maintaining accurate financial records and supporting financial controls across the finance function
• Providing ad hoc support to the wider finance team as required

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous experience working within an Assistant Accountant role or similar
• Experience supporting payroll processes, ideally within a medium-sized organisation
• Strong understanding of accruals, prepayments and journal postings
• Experience supporting month-end activities and management accounting processes
• Knowledge of VAT returns and VAT accounting principles
• Ideally be studying towards a professional accounting qualification (AAT, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Strong Excel skills and excellent attention to detail
• The ability to thrive within a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively
• Be available to start immediately or on no more than one week's notice

This is an excellent opportunity to join a recognised organisation and gain valuable experience within a high-performing finance team during an exciting period of activity.