Assistant Accountant

Sewell Wallis Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable manufacturing business based in Doncaster is seeking an Assistant Accountant for a full-time role. This position offers a dynamic range of responsibilities including the preparation of management accounts and financial reporting, perfect for those with a background in accounting. The ideal candidate will gain hands-on experience in a growing environment, with benefits including 25 days annual leave and enhanced pension options.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Enhanced pension (up to 10%)

Study support

Flexible start/finish times

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an accountancy or finance role.
• Good understanding of management accounts processes.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Produce financial accounts up to trial balance stage.
• Complete month-end balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist with cash flow forecasting.
• Prepare annual budgets and support year-end audits.

Skills

Experience as an Assistant Accountant

Strong Excel skills

Understanding of accounting principles

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Part-qualified or studying AAT

Tools

Accounting software (Business Central)

Job description

Sewell Wallis are working with a highly successful and well-established manufacturing business based in Doncaster, South Yorkshire who are looking to recruit an Assistant Accountant on a full-time, permanent basis. They are a true specialist within their sector, operating across the UK and continuously developing and growing.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced finance professional with experience dealing with management accounts. You'll be joining a friendly team and gaining exposure to a wide range of accounting processes. The Assistant Accountant role will be varied and hands-on, providing a great step in your career, within a busy, growing business.

What will you be doing?

• Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Producing financial accounts up to trial balance stage, including accruals and prepayments.
• Completing month-end balance sheet reconciliations and preparing supporting reports.
• Assisting with weekly cash flow forecasting and monitoring performance against budget.
• Supporting the preparation of annual budgets and year-end audit requirements.
• Analysing monthly KPIs and liaising with other departments to support performance reviews.
• Preparing ad hoc financial reports and analysis for senior management.
• Collaborating closely with operations, production and transport teams to ensure smooth communication and accurate reporting.
• Providing general finance and administrative support to the Finance Manager as required.

What skills are we looking for?

• Previous experience as an Assistant Accountant in an accountancy or finance role.
• Part-qualified or actively studying AAT or a similar qualification (ideally).
• Strong Excel and IT skills, with experience using accounting software (Business Central desirable).
• Good understanding of accounting principles and management accounts processes.
• Excellent attention to detail, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines, prioritising workload effectively.
• A proactive, flexible approach with the confidence to work both independently and as part of a team.

What's on offer?

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.
• Enhanced pension (up to 10%).
• Study support
• Flexible start/finish times.

Apply below to avoid missing out on this fantastic role or get in touch with Eleanor Kirk for more details.

To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.