Assistant Accountant

Avondale Foods is a leading food processing company of Fresh and Chilled products supplying leading retail businesses in the UK.

The Assistant Accountant will support the finance team with the day-to-day financial administration and accounting activities of the organisation. The role will assist with maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, preparing reconciliations and supporting month-end and year-end accounting processes in relation to Purchase Ledger, Budgeting, Management Accounts and Statutory Financial Statements in accordance with the requirements of the organisation.

• Assist in maintaining and developing accurate systems information, records and reporting, with adequate financial controls.
• Support with implementation of financial controls and reporting, including but not limited to, monthly management accounts (P&L, Balance Sheet and Cashflow), balance sheet reconciliations, process and systems improvements, payroll, VAT submissions etc.
• Support with financial reports to include proactive and robust financial analysis to support decision making and business performance.
• Assist in the preparation of key performance indicators and commentaries on variances.
• Support with the annual budget and forecast processes.
• Present financial reports to the Head of Finance & IT.
• Assist with preparing draft statutory accounts in line with UK Government requirements.
• Support with organisational compliance with all statutory regulations.
• Provide cover for the transactional team when required.
• Carry out any other administrative support to ensure the smooth running of the department.
• At least 3 years’ experience working within a Finance function.
• Good knowledge and understanding of financial management and best practice.
• ATI qualified or equivalent
• IT literate – proficient in MS package.
• Experience working within the Food Manufacturing industry, preferably via the preparation of accounts