Assistant Accountant

Your new company We are currently working with a well-established and growing organisation based in Quinton, Birmingham, who are looking to recruit an Assistant Accountant to join their friendly and collaborative finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a part-qualified or experienced Assistant Accountant to gain broad exposure across month-end and management accounting, working closely with senior members of the finance team. Your new role

Preparation and posting of journals, including accruals and prepayments

Supporting the month-end close process

Performing balance sheet and control account reconciliations

Assisting in the production of monthly management accounts, including P&L reporting and variance analysis

Supporting cash flow reporting and forecasting activities

Assisting with budgeting processes and annual planning

Preparing audit schedules and supporting external audit requirements

Working cross-functionally to resolve queries and improve financial processes

What you'll need to succeed

Previous experience in an Assistant Accountant / Accounts Assistant / Finance Assistant role

Strong understanding of month-end processes, including journals and reconciliations

Exposure to management accounts or financial reporting

Studying towards AAT / ACCA / CIMA (desirable but not essential)

Strong attention to detail with good organisational skills

Proactive, team-oriented mindset with a willingness to learn and develop

What you'll get in return

Salary of £32,000 - £35,000

Hybrid working - 3 days in the office / 2 from home

Competitive pension contribution

25 days holiday + bank holidays

A supportive environment with clear progression opportunities into Management Accounting

What you need to do now

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