Assistant Financial Accountant

Superior Healthcare is a rapidly expanding, privately owned supplier of healthcare and support packages for adults and children living independently, in their family homes and in residential care. We work with both private clients funding their own care as well as with residential care providers and local authorities and CCGs.

Due to the continuous growth of our business, we currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Financial Accountant to join our Accounts team, providing core support to our Financial Controller.

You will be responsible for supporting the finance function of the business and have responsibilities for the month end management accounts preparation. The ideal candidate will need to have a minimum of 3 years' experience in month end processes, balance sheet reconciliations, fixed asset register and day-to day running of a finance department. You will be motivated by following processes correctly and carrying them through to completion.

Main responsibilities

· Balance sheet reconciliations.

· Fixed asset register recording and maintenance.

· Journal preparations and posting.

· Cost analysis.

· Assist with producing annual budgets.

· KPI and flash preparation and reportage.

· Monthly end-to-end processing of payroll and reconciliations.

· Maintain and enhance internal controls of systems and processes.

· Direct liaison with statutory pay bodies, (HMRC, Royal London, DWP).

· Ownership of full month end process.

About you

You will have a minimum of 3 years' experience of working within an accounts and payroll function. Ideally you will be part qualified ACA/ACCA/AAT or equivalent, although experience will also be considered for the right person.

Key skills

· Computer literate with strong excel skills including pivots/look ups.

· An extensive understanding and use of accounts software and reporting is essential.

· SAGE accounts and payroll experience is desirable but not essential.

· The ability to maintain clear and accurate financial records.

· High level of attention to detail and accuracy.

· Excellent organisational skills and time management with the ability to prioritise own workload.

· Ability to work to deadlines.

· A strong work ethic.

· Confident and be able to work in a fast-paced environment and can easily adapt to change.

· Ability to work independently, but also as part of a wider team to support the achievements of department and company targets.

· Ability to manage confidential information and maintain confidentiality.

Our offer

· Attractive salary.

· Company pension scheme.

· Extensive training and development opportunities.

· Online benefits portal, including high street discounts and a well-being zone.

· Employee Assistance Programme.

If you feel you have the skills and experience to excel in this position, please apply by submitting your CV and covering letter to marktaylor@superiorhealthcare.co.uk

For more information about Superior Healthcare - please visit www.superiorhealthcare.co.uk.

Superior Healthcare is an Equal Opportunities Employer (agy). Registration is subject to a satisfactory DBS check and references.