Vardey Recruitment Ltd
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Financial Accountant Job Role
You’ll report directly to the Group Financial Controller and work closely with the General Manager on-site — a key sole charge finance position in a small business yet part of a larger group, which can offer long term career progression and study support.
Job Responsibilities
As an Assistant Accountant / Financial Accountant, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the finance function, with responsibility for:
- Accurate and timely completion of month-end accounts (P&L and Balance Sheet)
- Intercompany reconciliations within the group
- Overseeing sales ledger, purchase ledger and cashbook
- Processing bank payments and preparing bank reconciliations
- Reviewing and submitting statutory returns (VAT, tax)
- Supporting budgeting and forecasting processes
- Liaising with external auditors during annual audits
- Improving processes and procedures
- Ad hoc project work - e.g., Integration work - and supplier analysis
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About You
We’re looking for a motivated and detail-focused AAT studier, AAT qualified or part-qualified accountant or ambitious QBE who enjoys working in a sole charge and varied role.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
- Good Excel and ability to work independently
- Confident communication skills and a proactive attitude
This role would suit an experienced Assistant Accountant ready to progress, or a part-qualified accountant/QBE seeking broader exposure in a supportive ambitious environment.


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What The Assistant Accountant Job Can Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits circa £30,000-£35,000
- Full study support
- Career progression opportunities within an international group
- Supportive and collaborative finance team at group level
- Office-based role in Christchurch - Dorset - Near Bournemouth
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