Assistant Accountant

Confidential; Batley; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in Batley is seeking an experienced Assistant Accountant to support daily financial operations, prepare monthly accounts, and help with budgeting. This permanent role offers a competitive salary and a collaborative environment.

You will handle reconciliations, VAT returns, ledger maintenance, and assist in audits, while developing your skills in finance within a forward-looking company. You will work closely with accountants and other departments to deliver accurate reports for

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Assistant Accountant or similar role.
• Ideally AAT or equivalent qualification.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• To support the Accountant in day-to-day accounting management and control, ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Assist with monthly management accounts preparation and reporting
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes
• Reconcile invoices, expenses, and financial data to ensure accuracy
• Credit control
• Sales Ledger
• Purchase ledger
• Maintain and update financial records in line with company policies
• Collaborate with other departments to gather and verify financial information
• Assist in the preparation of reports for senior management and external parties
• Participate in audits and ensure compliance with financial regulations
• Cash and banking
• Assist with Vat return
• Admin tasks as required

Skills

Excel

Accounting software

Attention to detail

Team player

Communication

Education

AAT or equivalent

Tools

Accounting systems

Job description

Assistant Accountant

Batley

£33 K- £35 K depending on experience

Join our client's dynamic team in Batley as a Permanent Assistant Accountant, where you'll play a vital role in supporting financial operations within a forward-thinking Prospect company. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Assistant Accountant to develop their career within a welcoming and collaborative environment.

Responsibilities:

To support the Accountant in day-to-day accounting management and control, ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting standards.

• Assist with monthly management accounts preparation and reporting
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes
• Reconcile invoices, expenses, and financial data to ensure accuracy
• Credit control
• Sales Ledger
• Purchase ledger
• Maintain and update financial records in line with company policies
• Collaborate with other departments to gather and verify financial information
• Assist in the preparation of reports for senior management and external parties
• Participate in audits and ensure compliance with financial regulations
• Cash and banking
• Assist with Vat return
• Admin tasks as required

Candidate Profile:

• Proven experience as an Assistant Accountant or similar role
• Ideally AAT or equivalent qualification
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial processes
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Good communication skills, able to work effectively within a team
• Proficient in key software such as Excel and accounting systems
• A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and grow

The role offers competitive salary, opportunities for professional development, and a supportive working environment that values collaboration and innovation.