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

Apply Now

If this sounds like your next opportunity, apply here or contact Liz Chapman at Reed today.