https://jobs.co.uk/job/assistant-accountant-hays-specialist-recruitment-limited--27923990-f930-42d0-9e73-85093ba4a323 RSS feed for Assistant Accountant at Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited. en-gb Sat, 25 Jul 2026 20:09:49 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/assistant-accountant-hays-specialist-recruitment-limited--27923990-f930-42d0-9e73-85093ba4a323 https://jobs.co.uk/job/assistant-accountant-hays-specialist-recruitment-limited--27923990-f930-42d0-9e73-85093ba4a323 Sat, 25 Jul 2026 11:51:33 GMT Location: Preston | Salary: 30000.00-30000.00 Annual | Type: Temporary | Your new companyA growing and well-established real estate business based in Preston is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Assistant Accountant to join its finance team on a 6-month temporary contract.This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to develop their accounting experience within a supportive and fast-paced environment. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the finance function while supporting month-end and management accounts processes.Your new roleAssist with the preparation of monthly management accountsBank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliationsProcess purchase and sales ledger transactionsSupport month-end and year-end proceduresMonitor cash flow and prepare financial reports as requiredAssist with accruals and prepaymentsMaintain accurate financial records and ensure data integritySupport VAT returns and other statutory reporting requirementsLiaise with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to resolve queriesWhat you''ll need to succeedPrevious experience in an Assistant Accountant or similar finance roleStrong reconciliation skills and attention to detai... Temporary