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Atos

Aug 16

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need a positive attitude, adaptability, delivery focus, communication skills, integrity, and a commitment to personal development. Knowledge of finance/accounting and Microsoft Office is preferred.
  • You will manage financial reconciliations, ensure transaction accuracy, support funding figures, complete IR entries, meet performance standards, and contribute ideas in team meetings.

Requirements

  • To be successful in this role, you’ll need a rich combination of experience, proven skills and personal attributes. See below to find out if you’re the person we’re looking for.
  • As an Accounting Assistant within Product Accounting, you’ll be someone with
  • A positive approach and a can-do attitude with a willingness to learn new skills.
  • Be open to change, not be afraid to take on challenges and be able to work accurately and to set targets.
  • You’ll need to demonstrate flexibility in your thinking and be able to adapt to new situations as you will be asked to work across the teams within Product Accounting.
  • Skills We Can’t Do Without
  • Delivery Focus Dedicated to delivering what is promised, ensuring that results are on time, on budget and to agreed quality standards.
  • Communication Communicating clearly, concisely and with passion to persuade and influence, while also seeking feedback, listening, and demonstrating understanding of others’ viewpoints
  • Integrity Acting as a role model for others by demonstrating professionalism, personal commitment & dedication, integrity & truthfulness
  • Personal Development Continuously reviewing and improving personal skills, seeking challenging opportunities to stimulate personal development and growth.
  • Skills We’d Like
  • Knowledge of finance and accounting
  • Knowledge of NS&I products and associated business processes
  • Experience in the use of desktop applications, such as Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

  • To complete daily, weekly and monthly financial control reconciliations to confirm the accuracy of the transactions being processed by the Banking Providers and Agents of NS&I and through the various customer accounting systems
  • The accuracy of the transaction accounting information being input to the financial accounting systems and being reported in the monthly, quarterly and annual Product Accounts
  • To establish, in a timely and accurate manner, the daily National Loans Fund (NLF) Funding and Defunding figures, and to help ensure that this information is passed on to the Bank of England and the Treasury by the specified deadlines to meet Performance Indicator (PI) accuracy and timeliness targets
  • To support the completion of live IR accounting entries
  • Undertaking allocated tasks to the quality and productivity standards set by the Senior Accounting Manager and Accounting Manager
  • Being proactive in making sure you are adequately cross skilled to help the team meet customer demand
  • Proactively contributing informed ideas and suggestions on how delivery for the Customer can be improved
  • Active engagement in team meetings

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Accounting Assistant role?

The primary responsibility of the Accounting Assistant role is to complete daily, weekly, and monthly financial control reconciliations to confirm the accuracy of transactions processed by the Banking Providers and Agents of NS&I and through various customer accounting systems.

Is this position office-based?

Yes, this is a full-time office-based role located in Glasgow, with occasional travel to other internal and external sites.

What qualifications or knowledge should I have for this role?

Knowledge of finance and accounting, familiarity with NS&I products and associated business processes, and experience in using desktop applications like Microsoft Office are beneficial for this role.

What type of working environment can I expect?

You can expect a supportive and inclusive working environment that values diversity and personal development, offered by a global leader in digital transformation.

How does Atos view diversity and inclusion?

Atos embeds diversity and inclusion in its DNA, promoting a work environment characterized by fair treatment, open communication, personal accountability, trust, and mutual respect.

Are there opportunities for professional development?

Yes, Atos offers comprehensive training and development programs to maximize your potential and support your career growth.

How many days of annual leave do employees receive?

Employees receive 25 days of annual leave each year.

What benefits are included in the employee package?

Benefits include a rewarding salary, private medical insurance, an attractive stakeholder pension scheme, and access to a flexible benefits scheme for purchasing discounted products and services.

Is there support for applicants with disabilities?

Yes, Atos is a Disability Confident employer and encourages applications from all, especially differently-abled applicants. They are committed to making reasonable adjustments to the application and assessment process.

Can I expect to be part of a team-focused environment?

Yes, active engagement in team meetings and collaboration with colleagues is encouraged to improve customer delivery and team dynamics.

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Atos

Trusted partner for your Digital Journey.

Consulting
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Atos is a global leader in digital transformation with 111,000 employees and annual revenue of c. € 11 billion. European number one in cybersecurity, cloud and high-performance computing, the Group provides tailored end-to-end solutions for all industries in 69 countries. A pioneer in decarbonization services and products, Atos is committed to a secure and decarbonized digital for its clients. Atos is a SE (Societas Europaea), listed on Euronext Paris. The purpose of Atos is to help design the future of the information space. Its expertise and services support the development of knowledge, education and research in a multicultural approach and contribute to the development of scientific and technological excellence. Across the world, the Group enables its customers and employees, and members of societies at large to live, work and develop sustainably, in a safe and secure information space.

Culture & Values

  • We are responsible for getting it right

    We hold ourselves accountable for the delivery of the benefits of the transformation programme. We share the risk and we own the results from start to finish.

  • You can rely on what we do and how we do it

    We always act with transparency and integrity. demonstrating mutual respect in all relationships.

  • We continuously add value

    We continuously add value and excellence by being agile, flexible and pro-active; by reskilling our staff and constantly bringing worldwide best practices to our clients.

  • We are partners

    We build long-lasting partnerships with clients, based on a comprehensive grasp of their businesses.

  • We seek out the new

    Innovation keeps us sharp, positive and creative. We seek to improve efficiency, maximise performance and increase agility through Business Transformation Services (BTS).

  • We are people-driven

    Our ethos is simple: we put people at the heart of everything we do.

  • We only accept excellence

    We ensure our clients gain a competitive edge by always maintaining the highest standards.

Benefits

  • 25 days’ holiday plus the option to buy up to ten more

  • Private medical insurance

  • Pension plan

  • Relocation allowance

  • Life assurance