As our new Assistant Accountant, you'll play an important role in supporting our financial accounting operations, helping to maintain the accuracy and integrity of our financial records across the business.
Working within our Controllership team, you'll oversee the International function, preparing and reviewing key financial information and providing meaningful analysis to support business performance. You'll also have the opportunity to challenge existing processes, identify opportunities for improvement and help us develop better ways of working across Finance.
Some of your key responsibilities
Prepare monthly profit and loss accounts and balance sheets, providing insightful analysis to support financial understanding and decision-making.
Review balance sheet reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies to ensure accounts are accurate and complete.
Maintain the integrity of financial records, ensuring appropriate financial controls and processes are followed.
Oversee the International accounting function, supporting the delivery of accurate and reliable financial information.
Work collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders across the business, providing financial insight and support where needed.
Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, challenge existing ways of working and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
What do you need to be successful in this role?
Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining accuracy and integrity across financial records.
Advanced Excel skills, with the ability to work confidently with data and use it to identify trends, discrepancies and insights.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the confidence to investigate issues and challenge the status quo.
Good communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across the business.
A proactive and continuous improvement mindset, with a genuine interest in finding better and more efficient ways of working.
Part-qualified CIMA, ACCA or ACA would be desirable.
What's in it for you?
A competitive salary and benefits package - supporting you at work and beyond.
Employer pension contribution - helping you plan for the future.
30 days' annual leave, including bank holidays - plus extra entitlement as you grow with us.
Family-friendly pay - enhanced maternity and paternity pay, so you can plan your time off with your family.
Healthcare cash plan and Employee Assistance Programme - supporting your health, wellbeing and life beyond work.
Discounts and an EV scheme - save money with discounts across a range of outlets, and go greener with our electric vehicle scheme.
Life at Cromwell
No matter where you are in your career, we'll help you grow, perform and love what you do.
We're all individuals, with different backgrounds and personalities, and we share one thing: delivering exceptional service for our customers. That's our purpose: Keeping Industry Working.
Since 1968, our people have helped businesses across every industry, profession and trade find exactly what they need, from safety and cutting tools to welding and office supplies. You'll work alongside colleagues who share their expertise and care about getting it right.
Diversity and inclusion
Our aim is to create an environment that is welcoming to all people and ensures we treat each other and customers with respect. We appreciate different and fresh ways of thinking, encouraging innovation where colleagues feel they can express their views freely, and create a working atmosphere in which everyone is able to deliver a high-quality service.
About Cromwell
Cromwell has been around for over 50 years, supplying an unrivalled choice of cutting tools, power tools, hand tools and safety equipment into all industries, professions and trades. We offer next day delivery or collection from our nationwide branch network, supported by an overnight UK logistics operation. Our team of over 1500 people are proud to be keeping industry working.
We’re all individuals, yet we’re very much one united team. We treat everyone fairly - regardless of gender, sexual orientation, background, age or disability - and give everyone opportunities for new and varied experiences. Inclusion means not just accepting people for who they are, but showing respect and making adjustments to help people and remove all barriers; it’s about creating a culture where everyone is respected, empowered and able to realise their full potential.
Cromwell is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We are also committed to offering applicants from the armed forces community (current and past) an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.
Assistant Accountant in Leicester employer: Cromwell
Cromwell is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its employees, offering a supportive work culture where teamwork and operational excellence thrive. Located in Luton, the company provides a competitive salary, enhanced benefits including generous leave policies and a healthcare cash plan, and fosters an inclusive environment that values diversity and innovation. Join us to be part of a team that not only delivers outstanding service but also invests in your personal and professional success.
