Assistant Accountant

Assistant Accountant Warrington (Hybrid Working) | Up to £35,000 + Study Support | Early Finish Fridays

Axon Moore are delighted to be partnering with a large, highly successful business in Warrington as they look to appoint an ambitious Assistant Accountant to join their growing finance team.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a driven and career-focused individual who is currently studying CIMA, ACCA or AAT, and looking to accelerate their finance career within a supportive and progressive environment.

Reporting directly to a talented and highly experienced Financial Controller, you'll receive excellent mentoring and development from day one, gaining exposure across the full management accounts process whilst building a strong foundation for future progression.

The Opportunity Joining a well-established finance function, you'll initially take ownership of a high volume of bank reconciliations, making previous bank rec experience essential. As your knowledge and confidence grow, you'll become increasingly involved in month-end activities and broader management accounting responsibilities, creating a clear pathway for continued development and promotion. This role offers genuine variety, responsibility and the chance to learn from an exceptional finance leader who is passionate about developing talent.

Key Responsibilities

Performing daily and monthly bank reconciliations

Investigating and resolving reconciliation differences

Supporting the preparation of monthly management accounts

Assisting with accruals and prepayments

Balance sheet reconciliations

Supporting month-end close activities

Producing financial reports and analysis

Assisting with budgeting and forecasting processes

Partnering with stakeholders across the business

Supporting continuous improvement initiatives within finance

About You

Studying towards CIMA, ACCA or AAT

Previous experience in a finance role with strong bank reconciliation experience

Ambitious, eager to learn and keen to progress your career

Strong attention to detail and excellent analytical skills

Confident communicator with a proactive approach

Able to manage priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment

What's in it for You? Salary up to £35,000 Full study support package Hybrid working arrangement Early finish every Friday Outstanding mentoring from an experienced Financial Controller Clear progression opportunities within a large, successful organisation Exposure to the full month-end process and wider finance function Supportive and collaborative team environment

If you're looking for a role that will give you the exposure, support and progression needed to take the next step in your finance career, we'd love to hear from you.