Assistant Accountant

Posted 13/05/2026 by Orion Electrotech

Location:
Dorking, Surrey, South East
Salary/Rate:
£30,000 - £35,000/annum

Assistant Accountant (6-Month Fixed Term Contract)

Dorking   Fully Onsite (No Hybrid Working)
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.


The Role

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.Rresponsibilities:

  • 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

About You

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

Essential skills & experience:

  • 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

Desirable:

  • Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365)

What’s on Offer

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

Working Hours

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

Apply Now

If you’re an ambitious Assistant Accountant looking for your next challenge in a supportive and dynamic environment, we’d love to hear from you.

INDKA

Type:
Permanent
Contract Length:
N/A
Job Reference:
MP234790CT2415-136861
Job ID:
225103648

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