Full time

Assistant Accountant

Pertemps West Midlands & Worcestershire Perm Hub

Warwick, Warwickshire, CV34 4AX

£40000 - £45000 per annum

Posted: 12 June 2026 (Today)

Closing date: 12 July 2026

Ref: 60160618

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About the Role

The Assistant Accountant role, based in Warwick, offers a permanent, full-time position with a salary between £40,000 and £45,000 per annum. Working within a multi-company organisation, this position reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer and involves significant responsibility across diverse business sectors. Key duties include preparing monthly management accounts, submitting VAT returns, and assisting with financial reporting and analysis. The role demands hands-on involvement to support the wider finance function. Candidates should possess relevant experience in accountancy, with strong analytical skills and a thorough understanding of financial processes. This is a varied position providing exposure to multiple operational areas.

Assistant Accountant
Location: Outskirts of Warwick
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Assistant Accountant to join a successful multi-company organisation based on the outskirts of Warwick. Operating across a diverse range of business sectors, this is a varied and hands-on role offering significant responsibility and exposure to multiple business operations.
Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the finance function across the group.
Key Responsibilities

Preparation of monthly management accounts
Completion and submission of VAT returns
Supporting the CFO with financial reporting and analysis
Processing and maintaining accurate financial records
Managing file uploads and data imports
Producing mail merges and business correspondence
Assisting with finance administration across multiple companies
Liaising with internal stakeholders and external advisors as required
Ensuring compliance with relevant financial regulations and procedures

Skills & Experience Required

Minimum AAT Level 4 qualification (preferred)
At least 5 years' experience preparing management accounts (preferred)
Strong understanding of VAT processes and returns
Excellent IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
Experience with file uploads, data management and mail merges
Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
Excellent communication and organisational skills
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Experience working with a variety of accounting software packages would be a distinct advantage
Knowledge of Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) submissions would be beneficial

What We're Looking For
We are seeking a self-motivated, proactive individual who can think independently and take ownership of their responsibilities. The ideal candidate will be confident working in a fast-paced environment and capable of handling a broad range of accounting duties across multiple businesses.
Benefits

Competitive salary of £40,000 - £45,000 per year
Company pension scheme
On-site parking
Stable, permanent position within a growing organisation
Diverse and interesting workload across multiple sectors

Working Hours
Monday to Friday
8:30am – 5:00pm
(1-hour unpaid lunch break)
Location
The office is conveniently located on the outskirts of Warwick, with easy access from the M40 and A46. This is a full-time, office-based position.
If you are an experienced Assistant Accountant looking for a varied role with responsibility and career stability, we would love to hear from you.

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