Assistant Accountant

Your new company
A well-established and growing organisation is seeking a Management Accountant to join its finance team. Working closely with the Finance Director, you will play a key role in ensuring the delivery of accurate financial information, supporting operational decision-making and helping drive business performance.
Your new role
Reporting to the Finance Director, you will take responsibility for the preparation of monthly management accounts, financial reporting and budgeting activities. Your duties will include maintaining the fixed asset register, preparing journals, reconciling control accounts and supporting the production of financial accounts.
You will also oversee payroll data preparation for an outsourced payroll provider, review National Minimum Wage reporting, monitor aged debt, assist with invoicing processes and produce regular KPI reports for senior stakeholders. As a key member of the finance function, you will provide valuable financial insight to support the Senior Management Team and contribute to business planning and forecasting activities.
What you''ll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will have previous experience preparing management accounts and supporting month-end processes. You will possess strong reconciliation and reporting skills, along with a good understanding of payroll, budgeting and financial controls.
You will be highly organised, capable of managing multiple priorities and confident in communicating financial information to both finance and non-finance colleagues. Strong Excel skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving will be essential. Candidates who are part-qualified, qualified by experience or fully qualified will all be considered.
What you''ll get in return
This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful and growing business in a broad and varied finance role. You will work closely with senior leadership, gain exposure to all aspects of the finance function and have the opportunity to make a genuine impact on business performance. A competitive salary and benefits package is available, along with opportunities for professional development and progression.
What you need to do now
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