Assistant Accountant

IPS Finance; Bradford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment company specializing in finance is seeking an Assistant Accountant in Bradford. This office-based position involves preparing monthly management accounts, VAT returns, and providing financial analysis. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, Excel proficiency, and excellent communication abilities. A clear desire to progress within management accounting is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a finance role, either in industry or practice.
• Strong analytical and Excel skills.
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts.
• Preparing and posting journals, accruals, and prepayments.
• Providing financial analysis to support business decisions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Job description

The Role

Reporting to the Financial Director, the Assistant Accountant will support the production of monthly management accounts and provide financial insight to aid decision-making. This office-based position offers excellent exposure across the full finance function and the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility as studies progress.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts
• CIS and VAT returns
• Preparing and posting journals, accruals, and prepayments
• Reconciling balance sheets and assisting with month-end close
• Providing financial analysis to support business decisions
• Assisting with cashflow reporting and project costing
• Contributing to ad-hoc projects within finance and operations

Candidate Profile

• Previous experience in a finance role, either in industry or practice
• Strong analytical and Excel skills, with attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach
• A clear desire to progress within management accounting, ideally in an SME environment

If you are interested in this Assistant Accountant opportunity or would like any further information, please do not hesitate to contact Richard Warwick at IPS Finance.

IPS Finance has 45 years experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit the IPS Finance website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.