Assistant Accountant

Michael Page; Brighton; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave entitlement

Employee discount scheme

Employee assistance programme

Company pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an Assistant Accountant based in Brighton to support day-to-day financial operations, from managing accounts to preparing reports. You will assist in finance tasks, reconcile records, and help with month-end closing, budgeting, and compliance while collaborating with the Accounting & Finance team.

The role offers a competitive salary and benefits in a professional services firm, with opportunities to develop accounting qualifications and advance within a supportive

Qualifications

• Experience in accounting and finance-related tasks.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
• Relevant accounting qualifications or working towards them.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of financial reports and statements.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Reconcile bank statements and maintain financial records.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
• Collaborate with other team members to improve financial processes.
• Provide administrative support to the Accounting & Finance department as needed.

Skills

Accounting

Excel

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Accounting qualifications or working towards them

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Financial software

Job description

As an Assistant Accountant based in Brighton, you'll play a key role in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the team. From managing accounts to preparing reports, your work will help ensure the smooth running of essential accounting processes.

An organisation located in Brighton, operating within the professional services sector and supporting financial and administrative operations.

Description

• Assist in the preparation of financial reports and statements.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Reconcile bank statements and maintain financial records.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
• Collaborate with other team members to improve financial processes.
• Provide administrative support to the Accounting & Finance department as needed.

Profile

A successful Assistant Accountant should have:

• Experience in accounting and finance-related tasks.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
• Relevant accounting qualifications or working towards them.

Job Offer

• Salary ranging from £27,000 to £33,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• Annual leave entitlement.
• Access to an employee discount scheme.
• Employee assistance programme for well-being support.
• Company pension scheme.
• Private medical insurance.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.