Overheads Assistant Accountant

Job Description

Job title: Overheads Assistant Accountant

Company: AJ Walter Aviation

Job description: We are currently seeking a seasoned and proficient accounting professional to join our esteemed team in Sussex on a fixed-term contract basis starting as soon as possible to the middle of June. Reporting directly to the Financial Accountant, this role is integral to our general ledger team, contributing significantly to the control and reporting of our financial position.

What you’ll be doing:

• Diligently prepare monthly accruals and prepayments for overheads.
• Ensure precise accounting of costs and promptly address overhead queries.
• Work seamlessly to deliver accurate and timely month-end accounting processes.
• Uphold a high standard of integrity in financial information, offering insights into variances, margins, and transactions.
• Take ownership of maintaining balance sheet reconciliations with meticulous supporting documentation.
• Actively participate in the year-end process and audit, ensuring timely resolution of queries.

To be successful in the role, you will have:

• Demonstrated expertise in delivering accurate and timely financial information.
• Proficiency in maintaining balance sheet reconciliations and supporting documentation.
• Thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced professional environment.

• Great time management skills
• Previous experience of using accounting systems
• Intermediate MS Excel skills

What’s in it for you?

Enjoy a monthly team fun budget and support community causes through charity events. Join our vibrant social scene with company-run events and experience a stunning work environment at our state-of-the-art HQ, complete with an onsite gym, bike-for-work scheme, delicious restaurant, discretionary bonus, healthcare, and Perkbox benefits.

🏠 Not local to our state-of-the-art HQ? Don’t worry. Relocation support packages are available to make your move to the area easier.

💻 This role may be eligible for hybrid working after 3-month probation (2 days WFH).

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Inclusive recruitment process; let us know about any reasonable adjustments needed.

🌎 AJW Group promotes diversity and equal opportunities.

📝 DBS background check may be required for successful candidates.

See for yourself what it’s like to work at AJW Group:

AJW Group is an equal opportunities employer with the aim of providing a diverse and inclusive environment. We encourage suitably qualified applications regardless of race, disability, age, sex, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, and religion or belief. We are a culture that celebrates success on merit.

To recruitment agencies: AJW Group will not accept unsolicited or speculative agency CV’s and will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs.

Expected salary:

Location: Horsham, West Sussex

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