Assistant Accountant

Key Responsibilities for role

• Supporting the Finance Controller with managing day-to-day financial operations of HWMS & Scilly Ferries, including financial reporting; cash flow management; financial planning and analysis; risk management.
• Financial Reporting: produce timely and accurate financial reporting including monthly financial statements, management reports, Board packs, and statutory accounts, ensuring maintenance of supporting reconciliations.
• Financial Planning and Analysis: produce budget and financial forecasts in line with Group requirements, including reporting any variances.
• Accounts Payable and Receivables including invoice processing, vendor payments and customer invoicing.
• Expense Management: Monitor and analyse expenses, identifying cost-saving opportunities and ensuring adherence to budgetary constraints
• Bank Reconciliation: Perform regular bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy in financial records and identify any discrepancies.

Essential:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Working towards professional qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).
• At least three years’ experience of working in a busy finance environment *...