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Assistant Accountant

Posted: 14/08/26
Recruiter:Warner Recruitment Limited
Reference:3155968235
Type:Permanent
Salary:£25,000 - £29,000 Annual
Location:Northampton, Northamptonshire
Description: If you're looking for a varied finance role where you can build your experience, gain exposure to month-end accounting and develop towards a future Management Accountant position, this could be an excellent next step in your career.You'll be joining a friendly, hardworking and experienced finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys learning, wants to take on increasing responsibility and is keen to build a long-term career within finance.If you have previous experience as an Accounts Assistant/ Assistant Accountant and are looking for your next step, we'd love to hear from you.This is a full-time office-based position, Monday to Friday, the successful candidate must live within an easy commute of Northampton.Key Responsibilities
  • Balance sheet reconciliations
  • Accruals and prepayments
  • Journal postings
  • Fixed asset register maintenance
  • Month-end reporting
  • Production of profit and loss reports
  • Variance analysis and reporting
  • Intrastat reporting
  • Supporting the preparation of management accounts
  • Making recommendations based on financial analysis
  • Assisting with purchase ledger activities
  • Cashiering duties
  • Working with complex Excel spreadsheets and financial data
About YouYou may be:
  • AAT qualified or studying AAT
  • An Accounting & Finance graduate
  • Studying towards ACCA, CIMA or ACA
  • Experienced within an Accounts Assistant or Assistant Accountant role
You'll also have:
  • Strong Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, Lookups and data analysis
  • Good communication skills
  • Strong attention to detail
  • The ability to work independently and manage your workload effectively
  • A positive and proactive approach to learning
Benefits
  • 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Free on-site parking
If you're looking for a role where you can gain valuable experience, develop your accounting skills and take the next step in your finance career, we'd love to hear from you.For a confidential discussion, please contact Julie at Warner Recruitment. We look forward to hearing from you.

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