Fixed Assets Accountant

Robertson Bell are delighted to be working with a well established and growing organisation in Hertfordshire to recruit a Fixed Assets Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious part qualified accountant to step into a broad, hands on finance role within a complex and evolving organisation.

As Fixed Assets Accountant, you will play a key role in maintaining the integrity of the balance sheet and supporting wider finance activity across the organisation. Your responsibilities will include:

• Ownership and ongoing maintenance of the fixed asset register, including supporting its integration with a new housing management system
• Supporting the development programme, including tracking work in progress, asset handovers and disposals
• Assisting with quarterly VAT returns and year end audit requirements
• Coordinating and contributing to the balance sheet reconciliation process

This is a varied role that will give you exposure to multiple areas of the finance function and the opportunity to build a strong technical foundation.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be part qualified (ACCA or CIMA)
• Have 1 to 2 years’ experience in a similar accounting role
• Ideally have experience working in a fixed asset intensive environment
• Demonstrate strong technical accounting knowledge, particularly around fixed assets
• Be confident working with balance sheet reconciliations and supporting audit processes
• Have strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships across the business
• Be proactive, organised and keen to develop within a growing finance function

You will be supported in completing your qualification and offered clear progression opportunities, including the potential to move into a finance business partnering role in the future.