Assistant Accountant

Assistant Accountant (6-Month Fixed Term Contract)

Dorking – Fully Onsite (No Hybrid Working)

Salary up to £35,000 (depending on experience)

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a motivated Assistant Accountant to join a well-established business on a 6-month fixed-term contract. This is a fantastic role for someone looking to develop their accounting experience in a supportive, fast‑paced environment.

Working closely with the Finance team, you will play a key role in supporting day‑to‑day accounting functions and ensuring financial accuracy across the business.

• Maintain and update supplier accounts within Accounts Payable
• Process, scan and post supplier invoices
• Prepare and review reconciliations (including GL, intercompany and timesheets)
• Investigate and resolve reconciling items
• Support fixed asset audits and maintain the fixed asset register
• Assist with CAPEX processes and asset lifecycle management
• Process manual payments outside of standard payment runs
• Contribute to month‑end and year‑end activities
• Prepare internal reports (accruals, IT, R&D)
• Assist with tax packs and ONS surveys
• Provide general support to the Financial Controller and Finance Director

We’re looking for a proactive and detail‑oriented individual who is keen to progress within finance.

• AAT Level 3 (or equivalent bookkeeping qualification)
• Strong numeracy skills and high attention to detail
• Confident communicator with a professional attitude
• Able to manage workload, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines
• Good Excel and IT skills

• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365)

• Salary up to £35,000
• Profit‑related bonus (approx. 5%)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme (enhanced employer contributions available)
• Life assurance (5× salary)

• Monday to Friday
• 8:30am – 5:00pm (37.5 hours per week)
• Fully onsite role – no hybrid or remote working