Assistant Accountant in Leeds

Assistant Accountant in Leeds

Leeds Full-Time 15 - 15 Β£ / hour (est.) No working from home possible
Hays Accounts and Finance

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Assist with financial reporting, invoicing, and balance reconciliations in a dynamic finance team.
  • Company: Join a leading financial services organisation with a strong reputation.
  • Benefits: Gain valuable experience in management accounting and financial controls.
  • Other info: Opportunity for professional growth until December 2026.
  • Why this job: Perfect for those looking to kickstart their finance career in a supportive environment.
  • Qualifications: Experience in finance roles and strong Excel skills are preferred.

The predicted salary is between 15 - 15 Β£ per hour.

An excellent opportunity for an Assistant Accountant to join a leading financial services organisation on a fixed-term contract until December 2026.

Key Responsibilities

  • Intercompany recharges and balance reconciliations
  • Month-end reporting and intragroup balance analysis
  • Cost allocation reporting (budget, forecast and actuals)
  • Supporting invoicing, payments and credit control activities
  • Working closely with Treasury and wider Finance teams
  • Investigating variances and maintaining strong financial controls

About You

  • Experience within an Assistant Accountant, Accounts Assistant or finance role
  • Strong Excel and MS Office skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills
  • Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management abilities
  • Able to manage workloads and meet deadlines
  • Proactive, organised and keen to improve processes
  • Accounting qualifications are not essential.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain exposure to management accounting, intercompany accounting, treasury, and financial controls within a well-respected organisation.

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Assistant Accountant in Leeds employer: Hays Accounts and Finance

Join a dynamic and growing SME in Bath, where you will find a supportive work culture that encourages professional development and offers flexible working options. With 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, a health scheme, and a cycle to work initiative, this company prioritises employee well-being while providing ample opportunities for career advancement in a fast-paced environment.

Hays Accounts and Finance

Contact Details:

Hays Accounts and Finance Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Assistant Accountant in Leeds

Intercompany Accounting
Balance Reconciliations
Month-end Reporting
Cost Allocation Reporting
Invoicing
Payments
Credit Control