Harris Computer are currently recruiting for a Assistant Accountant on a permanent basis. This position will be performed on a hybrid-working basis with the requirement to work out of our Cambridge office one day per week.

The Assistant Accountant will predominantly support two Harris Business Units and will work closely with the other Analysts and the divisional Controller in providing financial support and analysis for the division.

Position & Responsibilities

In performing this role your core duties and responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:

• Understanding the divisional operations and how they drive the financial results
• Working with the finance team and business units to meet reporting deadlines
• Forecasting, tracking & analysing deferred maintenance, hardware, software and professional services revenue streams
• Managing the month-end and quarter-end close processes, by analysing results, preparing journal entries and detailed balance sheet reconciliations as well as reporting for senior management
• Preparing and reviewing invoicing requests, as well as actively following up with the business unit on any unbilled milestones on active projects
• Using reporting software to forecast benefits, payroll taxes and depreciation as well as updating actual results for headcount, bookings and backlog
• Ensuring that established control procedures are in place and identifying control risks
• Identifying, improving, and standardizing processes within Finance where possible
• Building effective relationships with and providing excellent customer service to the business units
• Special projects & ad hoc reporting as required by divisional Controller, EVP and VP’s.
• Managing the tasks of junior members of staff
• Assistance with statutory compliance (statutory audit, tax and VAT filings, statistical returns etc)

What we are looking for

• The ability to meet deadlines in a rapidly changing business environment
• Someone who can work independently and balance competing demands
• Advanced knowledge of MS Excel and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Someone with the desire to take initiative and full ownership of their work
• Excellent analytical, research and problem solving skills
• Experience with project accounting (% complete) and software revenue recognition
• Experience with Great Plains

About Us

Harris provides mission critical software solutions for the Public Sector, Healthcare, Utilities and Private Sector verticals throughout North America, Europe, Asia and Australia. Essentially we acquire businesses with growth potential and then build those businesses through both organic and acquired growth. (www.harriscomputer.com)

We believe in creating an environment where our employees can bring their best selves to work each and every day. If you enjoy a fast-paced, ever evolving environment and common sense values that are lived and breathed then you will very much enjoy working here!

Working for Harris is the perfect opportunity to fulfil your professional goals as well as achieve your personal goals and dreams! We are a financially strong, growing and stable company that offers employees the opportunity to learn and have fun! We empower our employees to make a difference and directly contribute to the success of the organization!

At Harris, we strive to create a respectful and united environment where all members of our globally diverse community are empowered and have equitable opportunities to succeed.

Benefits

Harris offer an extremely competitive UK employee benefits programme. 5 Personal Days leave entitlement are granted over and above the standard 25 days holiday and bank holidays. Harris also offers all UK employees an annual Lifestyle Reward amounting £325.

Supporting your application

Our recruitment process will comprise of interviews and, at times, a written exercise, an assessment day and/or a presentation. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we want to make sure we do all we can to make this a positive experience for you. If your application is progressed, please make us aware of any adjustments or additional support we can provide you with.