Assistant Accountant in Norwich

NXTGEN are pleased to be working exclusively with a growing business who are truly unique in what they do, and who are now seeking an Assistant Accountant to join their expanding finance team. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone looking to step up into an Assistant Accountant role, or for an existing Assistant Accountant wanting to broaden their responsibilities and take on greater month-end exposure. You\’ll be working closely with a highly approachable Finance Director who is committed to mentoring, guiding and progressing the successful candidate.

As my client continues their impressive growth, this position will offer a blend of transactional accounting and hands‑on involvement in the month‑end cycle, giving you a well‑rounded foundation to advance your career.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the full month‑end process, including preparation of journals, accruals, and prepayments
• Assist with the production of management accounts and key month‑end schedules
• Perform bank reconciliations and prepare cashflow updates
• Process purchase invoices and manage the AP inbox
• Assist with supplier statement reconciliations and payment runs
• Help maintain accurate sales ledger records, including posting receipts and chasing outstanding debt when required
• Balance sheet reconciliations across key accounts
• Maintain and update the fixed asset register
• Support with stock accounting, including stock reconciliations and reviewing stock variances
• Assist with VAT returns and other financial compliance tasks
• Work with the FD on ad hoc projects, gaining valuable one‑to‑one development and broader business insight
• Provide wider support across the finance team as the business continues to scale

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be AAT qualified or currently studying, or alternatively part‑qualified ACCA/CIMA, with a solid grounding in transactional finance and a genuine desire to progress. You may already be working as an Assistant Accountant looking for more exposure to month‑end, or you could be in a transactional role ready to take that next step. Strong Excel skills, a good understanding of debits and credits, and confidence working with data will be important. Above all, you\’ll bring a proactive, positive approach and a real eagerness to learn from an experienced FD within a growing and supportive organisation.