Aspire Cambridge are recruiting for an Accounts Assistant on behalf of our client based in Cambridge. Main Duties Support the Finance team in the provision of statutory and compliance reporting; collation of audit information and preparation of analysis for statutory disclosures. Control the reporting of all business taxes including VAT and PAYE/NI, ensuring full reconciliation with detailed ledgers. Take control of the balance sheet reconciliations for the business, ensuring that all accounts are accurate and completed monthly to comply with audit requirements. The completion of the monthly accounting process Stock Financial Management, completing the monthly cross ledger postings, preparing Aged Stock reporting, developing and implementing an updated ageing policy. Control and reconciliation of petty cash and credit cards. Support the procurement function of the business. Provide financial support to all areas of the business as required including projects that may cut across operations, commercial etc. and provide management information. Skills and Experience: Qualified accounting Technician (AAT) or qualified by experience Experience in the preparation of information and analysis for accounting disclosures Sage 200 knowledge Robust knowledge of the UK direct tax and indirect tax environment with regard to implications of these on a limited company Ability to present complex information in a simple and clear manner Proficient Microsoft Excel user Self-starter, ability to work on own initiative Good communicator, able to build solid working relationships whilst challenging the status quo Team player who will support and assist other areas of the Finance team as required Start: ASAP

Location:
Cambridge Hours: Monday to Friday, full time

Salary:
Up to £30,000 If you are interested in this position, feel you have the relevant skills and would like to apply please call our team on or apply online. Whilst we'd love to get back to every applicant, it is not always possible, so if you haven't heard from us within 3-5 days, please note that your application has not been successful on this occasion. Aspire Cambridge is acting as an employment agency in regards to this permanent vacancy. Our Recruitment Consultants offer specialist marketplace expertise in Temporary Staffing Solutions and Permanent Introductions across our seven Specialist Recruitment Divisions; Office Support, Legal & HR - Industrial & Manufacturing - Finance & Accountancy - Hospitality - IT & Engineering - Sales & Marketing - Scientific & Medical. We have an unrivalled knowledge of the jobs marketplace so it's no wonder that we hold an impressive track record of exceeding client and candidate expectations. How do we do it? By "placing people first".