At a Glance
- Tasks: Support month-end processes and prepare financial reports in a dynamic finance team.
- Company: A growing organisation in Greater Manchester with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, study support, and 25 days holiday.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team that values professional development and diversity.
- Why this job: Kickstart your accounting career with real responsibilities and growth opportunities.
- Qualifications: Experience in accounting roles and strong Excel skills required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 38000 £ per year.
A well-established and growing organisation based in Greater Manchester is looking to recruit an Assistant Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to develop their accounting career within a supportive and forward-thinking business.
Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the month-end process, preparing financial reports, and ensuring the smooth running of the finance function. This position offers excellent exposure across management accounting and the opportunity to progress within a successful organisation.
Responsibilities:- Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts
- Posting journals including accruals, prepayments and depreciation
- Completing balance sheet reconciliations
- Assisting with month-end and year-end close processes
- Preparing and submitting VAT returns
- Supporting budgeting and forecasting activities
- Maintaining the fixed asset register
- Reconciling bank accounts and control accounts
- Assisting with cash flow reporting
- Supporting the Purchase Ledger and Sales Ledger functions when required
- Producing financial reports and analysis for senior management
- Identifying opportunities to improve finance processes and controls
- Assisting with ad-hoc finance projects
- Previous experience working within an Assistant Accountant or Accounts Assistant role
- AAT Qualified or actively studying ACCA / CIMA
- Experience assisting with month-end processes
- Good understanding of accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work with stakeholders across the business
- A proactive attitude and willingness to learn
- Experience using ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, Oracle or Sage
- Experience within a fast-paced commercial environment
- Exposure to budgeting and forecasting
- Power BI experience would be advantageous
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Assistant Accountant looking to join a business that genuinely invests in its people. You'll receive ongoing support, professional development opportunities and exposure to a broad range of accounting responsibilities within a collaborative finance team.
If you have the relevant skills and experience and are looking for your next career move, please apply today or contact Tom Crouch for further information. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and welcome all applicants of identity, personal characteristics, or background.
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