Assistant Accountant
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Accountant to join a well-established organisation based in Halifax on a 12-month fixed-term contract.
This role is ideal for an ambitious finance professional who is looking to further develop their accounting experience within a supportive and collaborative finance team.
Key Responsibilities
Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts
Completing balance sheet reconciliations and investigating variances
Maintaining the fixed asset register
Supporting month-end and year-end processes
Preparing and posting journals, accruals and prepayments
Assisting with budgeting and forecasting activities
Supporting audit requirements and responding to information requests
Processing and reconciling financial transactions
Producing accurate financial reports and analysis for stakeholders
Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes and controls
About You
The successful candidate will:
Have previous experience in an Assistant Accountant or similar finance role
Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Demonstrate excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Have good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and financial systems
Be able to manage workloads effectively and meet deadlines
Be studying towards AAT, ACCA, CIMA or ACA (desirable)
Have strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments
What's on Offer?
Salary: £30,000-£33,000
Supportive and friendly working environment
Valuable exposure to a broad range of accounting responsibilities
Full timeIf you are looking for your next challenge and want to join a business where you can make a real impact, we would love to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role.
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