Assistant Accountant

Assistant Accountant

Wirral, On-site

£35,000 PA DOE

Permanent, Full-time, Early Finish Fridays

The Opportunity

A well-established and growing business is looking to appoint an Assistant Accountant to join its finance team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a detail-oriented individual to gain broad exposure across transactional and management accounting, working closely with senior finance support in a fast-paced environment.

Role Overview

You will support the day-to-day running of the finance function, ensuring accurate financial records and contributing to the production of key financial information. The role offers a varied workload and the chance to get involved in both routine processes and ongoing improvements.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts

Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities

Maintain and reconcile ledger accounts

Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals and prepayments

Carry out bank reconciliations and resolve any discrepancies

Manage aspects of accounts receivable, including invoicing and credit control

Provide support across accounts payable when required

Process supplier invoices and maintain effective payment processes

Monitor outstanding balances and liaise with customers where needed

Assist with payroll-related processes and reconciliations

Support VAT returns preparation and submission

Maintain the fixed asset register and depreciation schedules

Assist with audit preparation and year-end processes

Produce financial reports and analysis for internal stakeholders

Ensure accurate and well-organised financial documentation

Contribute to improving systems, controls, and finance processes

About You

Prior experience in a finance or accounting-based role

Exposure to accounting systems (ERP experience advantageous)

AAT qualified or working towards qualification (or equivalent)

Strong numerical and analytical ability

Confident using Excel and finance systems

High levels of accuracy and attention to detail

Well-organised with the ability to manage competing priorities

A proactive team player with good communication skills

Benefits Package

Competitive pension scheme with enhanced employer contributions

Health-related cash plan benefits

Life assurance cover

Performance-related bonus scheme

Annual salary reviews

Generous holiday allowance, including Christmas shutdown

Free on-site parking

Cycle to work initiative

Employee wellbeing and assistance support

Ongoing training and career development opportunities