Assistant Financial Accountant

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Description

Job Title: Assistant Financial Accountant
Location: Kings Langley, Hertfordshire (Hybrid: 3 or 4 days in the office each week)
Duration: 6-month Contract initially
Rate: £180 to £230 per day (Inside IR35)
Start Date: Immediate

We are seeking a proactive and detail-focused Financial Accountant to join our finance team based in Kings Langley.

This is a great opportunity to take on a specialist role that combines core financial accounting with pensions and payroll oversight.

Initially this role will be a 6-month contract based in Kings Langley. Immediate start is required.

Reporting directly to the Head of Transactional Finance, you will be responsible for delivering robust, timely, and insightful financial information to both the Pensions Secretary and internal finance and payroll teams.

You’ll act as a key contact for all accounting matters relating to payroll, pension schemes, and life insurance.

Key Responsibilities of the Assistant Financial Accountant:

Payroll Accounting: Ensure the accurate recording of payroll costs, including reconciliations of key balance sheet accounts, and correct processing of payments to HMRC and benefit providers
Pension Scheme Accounting: Oversee the financial transactions and integrity of both defined benefit (DB) and defined contribution (DC) pension scheme accounts
Life Insurance Schemes: Assist in managing and renewing life insurance arrangements
Stakeholder Support: Provide financial input to internal and external stakeholders including auditors, pension administrators, and senior finance staff
What We’re Looking For

Part-qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA) or qualified by experience (QBE)
Experience with balance sheet reconciliations and control accounts
Confident working with a range of stakeholders, including auditors and external partners
Strong communication skills—both written and verbal
A structured, accurate, and methodical approach to work
Your Profile

Part-qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA) or qualified by experience (QBE)
Experience with balance sheet reconciliations and control accounts
Confident working with a range of stakeholders, including auditors and external partners
Strong communication skills—both written and verbal
A structured, accurate, and methodical approach to work
To be considered for this fantastic opportunity, you must APPLY NOW, making sure to attach your up-to-date CV.

*Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an initial telephone interview. If selected from the shortlist, a formal interview process will then begin
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