Assistant Accountant

www.topfinancialjobs.co.uk - Jobboard; Birkenhead; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Assistant Accountant for Wirral Council on a temporary full-time contract. The role includes assisting with financial reporting, budget management, and compliance with local government regulations. Ideal candidates will have AAT qualifications, strong Excel skills, and relevant financial experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial monitoring and reporting.
• Strong Excel skills and excellent communication abilities.
• Desirable experience in local government finance.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with financial reporting, budget setting, and forecasting.
• Supporting the analysis of financial data and trends.
• Contributing to year-end accounts preparation.
• Ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
• Helping to improve financial systems and reporting processes.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Budget Setting

Financial Analysis

Excel

Communication

Education

AAT-qualified (or equivalent)

Job description

Belmont Recruitment are currently looking for an experienced Assistant Accountant to join Wirral Council on an initial 3-6 month temporary contract. This is a full-time role working 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting with financial reporting, budget setting, and forecasting

• Supporting the analysis of financial data and trends

• Contributing to year-end accounts preparation

• Ensuring compliance with accounting standards and local government regulations

• Helping to improve financial systems and reporting processes

About you:
You will be AAT-qualified (or equivalent) with experience in financial monitoring and reporting. A good understanding of financial management principles, strong Excel skills, and excellent communication abilities are essential. Experience in local government finance is desirable.

Please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible if this role would be of interest to you.