Accountant

Hays PLC; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of nurseries in the UK is seeking an Assistant Accountant for a temporary contract based in Salford. The role involves supporting the Finance Manager with management accounts, financial reporting, and ensuring compliance. Candidates should have a recognized accounting qualification and strong analytical skills. Flexible working options, including hybrid working, are available.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Assistant Accountant.
• Experience working with stakeholders and budget preparation.

Responsibilities

• Support management accounts, financial reporting, and budgetary processes.
• Reconcile accounts and ensure accurate financial records.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Commercial Mindset

Education

CIMA

ACCA

ACA

Job description

Immediately Available Accountant Needed for Temporary Contract - Salford Based with Hybrid Working

Your new company

Our client is a leading provider of nurseries across the UK based in Salford. They are looking for a Accountant to join their team on a temporary contract.

Your new role

As the Assistant Accountant, you will support the Finance Manager. You will be responsible for:

• Supporting management accounts, financial reporting, and budgetary processes, while also managing expenses and bank reconciliations

• Reconciling accounts and ensuring accurate financial records.
• Collaborating with other stakeholders to ensure financial compliance.

What you'll need to succeed

You will have:

• Proven experience as an Assistant Accountant
• Have a commercial mindset with experience of working with stakeholders, reporting, and preparation of budgets.
• A recognised professional accounting qualification (e.g. CIMA, ACCA, ACA) or equivalent experience
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.

What you'll get in return

This is a temporary contract with possibility for temp to perm. Full time (35 hours Monday to Friday), with flexible working options available including hybrid working up to 3 day per week.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

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