Assistant Accountant

Description

Assistant Accountant

Location: Cardiff/ hybrid, 2 days a week in the office

Type: 6 month contract

Day rate: £(Apply online only) a day inside IR35

Looking for a Assistant Accountant to join a mass media company based in the heart of Cardiff, known for delivering high-quality content across multiple platforms. This is a fantastic opportunity for a part-qualified accountant looking to grow within a fast-paced media environment. You will play a key role in supporting the finance function, particularly around month-end processes, financial reporting, and data management.

Responsibilities:

Assist with the month-end close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and accruals

Support the preparation of financial reports and management accounts

Download, manipulate, and analyse large volumes of financial data to support decision-making

Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records

Work closely with budget holders to support financial planning and cost control

Assist with VAT returns and other statutory reporting as required

Contribute to process improvement and automation initiatives within the finance team

Liaise with auditors and other external stakeholders as needed

Requirements:

Part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Demonstrable experience in downloading, manipulating, and analysing financial data

Proven experience in financial reporting and supporting the month-end process

Strong Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and formulas

Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills

SAP experience is desirable but not essential – training will be provided

Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team

Ad ID: 5417294210