Assistant Accountant

Assistant Accountant

Castleford | Up to £35,000 DOE | Hybrid Working | Study Support

Looking to build on your accounting experience in a role that offers genuine variety and a clear route into a Management Accountant role?

I'm working with a growing and stable business that's continuing to invest in both its people and its future. As part of its ongoing growth, they're looking to appoint an Assistant Accountant to join a close-knit finance team, offering the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility and develop into a Management Accountant over time.

The Opportunity

Working closely with senior members of the finance team, you'll become involved in the month-end process, financial reporting and balance sheet management, whilst supporting multiple entities across the wider business.

The role offers excellent exposure across finance and would suit someone who enjoys understanding the numbers, improving their technical accounting knowledge and taking ownership of their work. With continued mentoring and study support available, there is a clear pathway into a Management Accountant position.

What you'll be doing

Preparing bank and balance sheet reconciliations

Reviewing the trial balance and nominal ledger

Producing and posting month-end journals

Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts

Preparing VAT returns

Supporting the accounts for smaller overseas entities

Providing purchase and sales ledger support where required

Assisting with year-end audit preparation

Producing financial reports and analysis for the wider finance team

Supporting the Head of Finance on a variety of ad hoc projects

About you

This role would suit someone who is keen to continue developing their accounting career and is looking for a business that will invest in their progression.

You'll ideally have

AAT qualification

Around three years' experience within a finance role, and have gained exposure to accruals, prepayments, journals and balance sheet reconciliations

Strong Excel skills

A solid understanding of month-end accounting processes

Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach

The environment

You'll be joining a successful business that's continuing to grow through ongoing investment and innovation. The finance team is approachable, supportive and works closely together, giving you the opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues whilst taking on increasing responsibility as your confidence grows.

If you're looking for a role where you can continue learning, broaden your experience and work towards becoming a Management Accountant, this could be an excellent next step.

The reward

Salary up to £35,000 DOE

CIMA or ACCA study support following probation

Genuine progression into a Management Accountant role

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

25 days holiday + birthday off

Supportive and collaborative finance team

Opportunity to work across multiple entities

Stable, growing business with long-term career prospects