Assistant Accountant

Assistant Accountant | £32,000- £35,000 | Bolton| Flexible Working Hours | Fantastic Benefits Package

Axon Moore are working closely with an ambitious business in the Bolton area that are looking to recruit an Assistant Accountant for their growing team. With exciting plans moving forward, this is a great opportunity to join an enterprising business.

The role will be working closely with the Finance Director to ensure a smooth accounting process. As such, this role is well-suited to a confident, adept and personable Accounts Assistant who is fast-learning and hard-working.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

Managing purchase and sales ledger processes

Performing bank and balance sheet reconciliations

Supporting the month-end close (journals, accruals, prepayments)

Assisting in the preparation of monthly management accounts

Maintaining accurate and compliant financial records

Supporting VAT returns and wider finance reporting

Collaborating with the finance team to improve processes and reporting

Required Skills and Experience

Previous experience working in a similar position

Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel

Adaptable and flexible

Positive can-do attitude with an enthusiastic approach

Strong organisational skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Team player with ability to work independently

Clear, confident telephone manner

Benefits Include

Up to £35,000 starting salary

Flexible working hours (37.5 hours per week)

30 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Death in service

Free onsite parking

“Our local Lancashire Axon Moore team recruit all accounting and finance roles from CFO to transactional finance on both a temporary and permanent basis. For more information about this role or our wider team at INDFIN