Accounts Assistant

SF Recruitment; Shirley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Accounts Assistant in Solihull, England. This fully on-site role starts in November and concludes in March 2026. The position offers hands-on experience for those studying accounting qualifications, involving preparation for audits and communication with finance teams. Ideal candidates should be detail-oriented and proficient in Microsoft Office. This is an excellent opportunity for early-career accountants to gain practical insights during a key financial period.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills are essential.
• Clear and professional communication skills (written and verbal) are required.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and collation of documentation for the annual audit.
• Act as a key point of contact for internal and external audit-related queries.
• Liaise with departments to obtain required information and track responses.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Currently studying towards an accounting or finance qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Job description

Accounts assistant required for a business in Solihull to start November and finish March 2026.

This fully on-site role is an excellent opportunity for someone currently studying towards an accounting qualification and looking to gain hands-on experience in a professional finance environment.

You will be working closely with the finance and audit teams to assist in preparing audit documentation, responding to audit queries, and ensuring that information is collected and organised efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and collation of documentation for the annual audit.
• Act as a key point of contact for internal and external audit-related queries.
• Liaise with departments to obtain required information and track responses.
• Ensure all audit files are correctly documented and accessible.
• Support with reconciliation and validation of data, where required.
• Maintain confidentiality and accuracy in handling sensitive financial data.
• Provide general administrative support during the audit period.

Candidate Requirements

Essential:

• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Clear and professional communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Willingness and ability to work fully on-site, Monday to Friday.

Desirable:

• Currently studying towards an accounting or finance qualification (e.g. AAT, ACCA, CIMA, or similar).
• Previous experience in an office, finance, or audit-related role.
• An interest in gaining exposure to financial processes and audit preparation.

Why This Role Might Be a Great Fit for You

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone early in their accounting career to gain practical experience during a key period in the financial calendar. You\'ll get real insight into how audit processes work in practice and develop valuable skills that will complement your studies and enhance your CV.