Assistant Accountant

Assistant Accountant £30000 £32,000 DOE Permanent 35 Hours Hybrid Flexibility An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Accounts professional to join a values-led organisation in Staffordshire. This varied, hands-on role sits at the heart of the business, supporting financial operations, HR administration, and governance processes. You ll take ownership of maintaining accurate financial records, managing sales and purchase ledgers, assisting with management accounts, VAT returns, payroll journals, reconciliations, reporting, and budget monitoring using Xero and integrated systems Alongside strong accountancy and finance experience ( MIN AAT2 or QBE, you ll play a key role in HR admin (including payroll support and systems management) and assist with governance processes during key nomination periods. This role is ideal for someone with 3 5 years finance experience, Srong XERO and Excel capabilities, proven balance sheet reconciliations, accruals/prepayments knowledge, and HR admin exposure .You ll be detail-driven, highly organised, commercially aware, and comfortable working to deadlines in a collaborative environment. In return, you ll benefit from hybrid working, a 35-hour week, 28 days holiday, and the opportunity to develop within a stable and supportive team. If you re looking for a broad finance role with added HR and governance exposure where you can genuinely add value we d love to hear from you. ..... full job details .....