Assistant Accountant

Page Personnel; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional benefits to be confirmed

Job summary

Page Personnel in Birmingham is seeking an Assistant Accountant to maintain financial records and support month-end and year-end activities. You will process invoices, reconcile accounts and assist in producing financial statements to help improve accuracy and timeliness.

The role requires a background in accounting or finance, familiarity with accounting software, and strong attention to detail. It offers a permanent, full-time position based in Birmingham with career progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Background in accounting or finance with knowledge of accounting principles.
• Experience using accounting software and tools.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy with financial data.
• Good organisational skills to manage multiple tasks.
• Clear communication for liaising with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure timely updates to the accounting system.
• Assist with preparing financial reports and statements.
• Support month-end and year-end processes, including reconciliations.
• Process invoices, payments and expense claims efficiently.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with other departments to provide financial information when needed.
• Help identify and resolve discrepancies in financial data.
• Contribute to the improvement of financial processes and systems.

Skills

Accounting principles

Accounting software

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication

Education

ACCA/CIMA/AAT/QBE

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

This role is based within an organisation in Birmingham.

Job Description

• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure timely updates to the accounting system.
• Assist with preparing financial reports and statements.
• Support month-end and year-end processes, including reconciliations.
• Process invoices, payments and expense claims efficiently.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with other departments to provide financial information when needed.
• Help identify and resolve discrepancies in financial data.
• Contribute to the improvement of financial processes and systems.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Assistant Accountant should have:

• A background in accounting or finance, with knowledge of accounting principles. - Qualified/Part Qualified ACCA/CIMA/AAT/QBE
• Experience using accounting software and tools.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling financial data.
• Good organisational skills to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Clear communication skills for liaising with internal and external stakeholders.

What's on Offer

• Permanent position based in Birmingham.
• Salary ranging from £40,500 to £50,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• Additional benefits to be confirmed.