Accounts Assistant

London, Millbank • Permanent • £23982 - £23982

Updated - 18/10/2008

The Accounts Assistant will be responsible for:

• Variance analysis and assisting managers in budget queries 
• Providing cash flow forecasts
• Designing ad hoc spreadsheet report 
• Accruals and prepayment reconciliation
• Processing purchase orders and invoices
• Performing critical functions in absence of Financial Controller

Who we're looking for

The successful candidate will be studying, at finalist level, CAT or AAT or be part qualified in any CCAB body. 

They will also have GCSE grades A-C, or equivalent, including English language.

Intermediate in Excel and experience of SUN accounting software packages are also highly desirable.

It is essential that the successful candidate have a passion for finance and a willingness to receive further training.

About our client

The three Local Government Ombudsmen provide an independent and free service handling complaints from the public about council services in England.

This opportunity will provide the right candidate a fantastic education in accounting at this level, progressing upwards within the field of Accounting & Finance.

What's on offer

The starting salary for this position is £23,982 per annum (pay award pending). Salary increments are given annually until the top of the salary scale is reached.  There is also an annual pay award.  Both salary increases are made annually.

This role will provide excellent training for a career in Finance for the right person, as well as an excellent benefits package.

Page Personnel Contact

For more information or to apply, phone: 020 7931 8788. Alternatively, email publicsectorvictoria@pagepersonnel.co.uk, quoting Job Ref: 6005923