I am working with a leading media firm based in Central London who are seeking an Assistant Accountant to join their finance team at their Head Office. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team whilst studying for an accountancy qualification.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate accounts for three of the company's head office functions, providing financial support to department management.
• Provide timely and accurate management support and analysis
• Assist in the forecasting of central departments, circulation, production costs and promotion costs.
• Prepare quarterly VAT returns
• Responsible for managing various intercompany accounts, transactions and reporting.
• Responsibility for various central charges such as salaries, car leases, promotion costs, property costs, legal fees
• Provide assistance with month end balance sheet work.
• Assist with audit work
• Assist with the statutory accounts' preparation.

Essential Skills & Requirements

• Degree educated- 2:1 or above
• Part Qualified CIMA/ACCA/ACA
• VAT experience
• 2 years relevant accounting experience
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines