Job Description

We have a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to kickstart their career in Finance within a fast-paced yet supportive environment. We are looking for an Assistant Financial Accountant to join our Head Office team in Eastleigh, Hampshire.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Financial Accounting Manager, you will form a pivotal part of our Financial Accounting function, supporting the team to meet the Group's financial reporting requirements with a particular focus on Treasury and Working Capital Management.
You will be fully funded and supported to study towards a professional accounting qualification (AAT / ACCA), representing an opportunity to launch or boost your career.
Our vision doesn't stop there however; we are keen for you to play a key role in the long-term development and succession plan of the Finance department and will ensure you gain exposure to all areas of the Financial Accounting function, providing a secure environment to pursue a structured career complementing your studies.
Role Responsibilities will include:

• Contributing to the compiling and delivery of regular and ad-hoc external reporting (such as completing ONS surveys and other fiscal returns and preparing VAT returns) to ensure accurate and timely external reporting of wider business activities.

• Assisting with weekly and monthly bank reconciliations, stock funding management and reporting, and month-end tasks such as balance sheet reconciliations.

• Helping with ad-hoc Group payments and postings, our Group virtual card payment system, and associated reporting.

• Supporting the improvement of accounting systems and processes and supporting the wider Financial Accounting team with general administration, acting as the first port of call for internal and external enquiries (e.g. via phone and email).

The Rewards:
As well as a competitive salary and performance related bonus, we offer a structured career with the opportunity for personal development and training within our rewarding environment. In addition, you can expect the following benefits:

• Bespoke induction and learning programme and comprehensive ongoing training throughout your career;

• Car benefit scheme (if relevant to role requirements)

• Enhanced family leave benefit;

• Life Insurance;

• Bupa Healthcare Cash Plan for you and your family;

• Opportunity to join the company pension scheme;

• 23 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing with length of service;

• Discounts on new vehicle, used vehicle, service and parts purchases;

• Various perks and discounts with high street and online retailers and services.

About You:

• For AAT entry level, you should have at least 3 A Levels at grades A*-C.

• For ACCA entry level, you should be educated to degree level (2:2 or above).

• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build outstanding working relationships.

• Logical and critical problem-solving ability.

• A professional approach, operating with honesty and integrity.

• Passion for learning.

• Team player.

This opportunity would be a great fit for anyone looking to start or advance their career in Finance as previous experience within a Finance environment is not essential.
The Company:
Hendy Group is a family-run business with over 80 sites along the South Coast. At Hendy, we aim to deliver a premium experience as we have done for 165 years, all in an effort to achieve our vision of delivering 100% customer and colleague satisfaction; our forward-thinking, progressive outlook perfectly complements our values with honesty, quality, care and customer service at the heart of the company, as they have been since 1859.
If you possess the necessary experience and skills and would like to be part of Hendy Group's success, select Apply Now.