Our client are a leading manufacturer providing specialist solutions to a variety of industries such as aerospace, power generation, rail and oil and gas industries. They are looking for an Assistant Accountant with experience within manufacturing ideally for a 9 month fixed term contract. Assistant Accountant Sunbury on Thames Manufacturing Company 9-month FTC (Maternity cover) Job Description: The ideal candidate for this role will have previous experience working in a fast-paced finance team will be actively studying towards a professional qualification such as ACCA or CIMA. They will possess strong technical and analytical skills, along with a proactive attitude and the ability to work in a dynamic environment. Scope of Role:To support the Finance Manager in ensuring the accuracy, timely accounting of transactions and compliance with the internal and external requirements of the ledgers, so that SOX, Internal and External Audit and other compliance/regulatory requirements are met. To provide accounting support to the business as required. Main duties and responsibilities:To support the Financial ControllerMange quarterly SOX reporting processPrepare monthly accruals and post journal entriesMaintaining and updating Fixed Asset Register, monthly journals and assist with forecast preparationMonthly Intangibles and Goodwill JournalsMonthly lease journal and reconciliationTo manage the monthly commission process, including the monthly journal, issuing statements and communica