Accounts Assistant

Michael Page International Recruitment Limited; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temporary contract

Hull location

Job summary

Michael Page International Recruitment Limited is seeking an interim accounting and finance professional for a Hull-based manufacturing company to support financial reporting and process control. You will ensure accurate, timely records and assist with month-end close.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, ability to work independently, and collaboration across departments to provide financial insights and drive compliant reporting during the interim period.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an accounting or finance role within a similar industry.
• Strong knowledge of financial processes and reporting.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• A proactive approach to solving financial challenges.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain financial records and reports accurately.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies as needed.
• Support month-end and year-end financial close processes.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.
• Work closely with other departments to provide financial insights.
• Assist in preparing financial statements and audit documentation.
• Handle ad hoc financial tasks as required by the team.

Skills

Accounting experience

Financial reporting

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Independent work

Proactive problem solving

Job description

This interim role in Hull is a role for someone with a background in accounting and finance to support a manufacturing company with their financial processes. You'll be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting to help the organisation run smoothly.

Client Details

A company in the industrial and manufacturing sector based in Hull.

Description

• Prepare and maintain financial records and reports accurately.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies as needed.
• Support month-end and year-end financial close processes.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.
• Work closely with other departments to provide financial insights.
• Assist in preparing financial statements and audit documentation.
• Handle ad hoc financial tasks as required by the team.

Profile

A successful interim accounting and finance professional should have:

• Previous experience in an accounting or finance role within a similar industry.
• Strong knowledge of financial processes and reporting.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• A proactive approach to solving financial challenges.

Job Offer

• Temporary contract offering flexibility.
• Opportunity to work in the industrial and manufacturing sector in Hull.