 | | | Job Id: 45838464 | Assistant Management Accountant | Salary: 18000 - 20000 | Location: UK | Job Reference: Totaljobs/AM0925 | Job type: Permanent jobs | Date posted: 23/11/2009 18:04 | Atkins is one of the world's leading providers of property related Facilities Management (FM) services. The Asset Management (AM) business provides a full range of property management services, to both public and private sectors.The Assistant Accountant will be responsible for assisting the Management Accountant in the production of monthly and year-end management accounts within the AAM - Managing Contract Business Unit. This is a key financial role in a fast paced, commercial environment and is a challenging opportunity to join an enthusiastic team that offers the right individual opportunity for advancement in the future.
Requirements
The successful candidate will have the following skills / experience: - Able to use basic Microsoft packages as appropriate – with particular emphasis on medium volume use of Excel (to pivot tables and lookups) - advanced Excel knowledge is essential
- Some experience in preparation of P&L & Balance sheet accounts
- Proven track record of problem solving and control account reconciliations
- Must be proactive and able to use own initiative, willingness to accept responsibility
- Be able to demonstrate organisation ability, prioritising work load
- Ability to work to deadlines and under pressure
- Excellent communication skills
Preferably, you will also have:- Advanced Access database knowledge
- Knowledge of JD Edwards or Maximo
- Part qualified ACCA or CIMA
Responsibilities Reporting to the Management Accountant and working within a team of circa 6 staff, your key responsibilities will be: Provide support to the Management Accountant Contribute to team meetings, in the appraisal process and regular 121's Assist with accurate billing to clients Close liaison with Management Accountant and other members of the Finance team to help meet reporting deadlines Support with recovery of pass through costs and monthly billing Support the management team on the roll-out and development of processes associated with financial reporting necessary in your duties & methods. To contribute to the processes within the Finance team providing accurate and timely financial records To carry out other duties as and when required as are commensurate with your experience Work closely with other business teams including the Customer Services Team, Administration Team and Commercial Team.
Additional Information Atkins has just been awarded the 'Sunday Times' Top 20 Best Big Companies to Work For and Investors In People. We take our people development seriously and offer exciting career progression opportunities. Rewards & Benefits- 25 days annual leave
- Flexible annual leave scheme
- Contributory Pension Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Share Incentive Plan
- Employee Car Ownership Scheme
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Professional Membership Fees paid
- Personal Accident Cover
- Give as You Earn
- Discounted Private Medical Insurance
- Childcare Vouchers
- Sports and social events programme*
- Car Share Programme*
*Not applicable at all offices
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