Assistant Accountant

Nxtgen Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing finance company in the UK is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join its expanding team. This role is perfect for those looking to step up into an accounting position or for experienced candidates wanting greater month-end exposure. The successful applicant will work closely with a Finance Director focused on mentoring and development, supporting the month-end process, producing management accounts, and managing financial records. Strong Excel skills and a proactive approach are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Strong grounding in transactional finance.
• Genuine desire to progress and take on more responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Support the full month-end process, including preparation of journals and accruals.
• Assist with the production of management accounts.
• Perform bank reconciliations and prepare cashflow updates.
• Process purchase invoices and manage AP inbox.
• Help maintain accurate sales ledger records.

Skills

Proactive approach

Strong Excel skills

Understanding of debits and credits

Confidence working with data

Education

AAT qualified or studying

Part-qualified ACCA/CIMA

Job description

NXTGEN are pleased to be working exclusively with a growing business who are truly unique in what they do, and who are now seeking an Assistant Accountant to join their expanding finance team. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone looking to step up into an Assistant Accountant role, or for an existing Assistant Accountant wanting to broaden their responsibilities and take on greater month-end exposure. You'll be working closely with a highly approachable Finance Director who is committed to mentoring, guiding and progressing the successful candidate.

As my client continues their impressive growth, this position will offer a blend of transactional accounting and hands‑on involvement in the month‑end cycle, giving you a well‑rounded foundation to advance your career.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the full month‑end process, including preparation of journals, accruals, and prepayments
• Assist with the production of management accounts and key month‑end schedules
• Perform bank reconciliations and prepare cashflow updates
• Process purchase invoices and manage the AP inbox
• Assist with supplier statement reconciliations and payment runs
• Help maintain accurate sales ledger records, including posting receipts and chasing outstanding debt when required
• Balance sheet reconciliations across key accounts
• Maintain and update the fixed asset register
• Support with stock accounting, including stock reconciliations and reviewing stock variances
• Assist with VAT returns and other financial compliance tasks
• Work with the FD on ad hoc projects, gaining valuable one‑to‑one development and broader business insight
• Provide wider support across the finance team as the business continues to scale

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be AAT qualified or currently studying, or alternatively part‑qualified ACCA/CIMA, with a solid grounding in transactional finance and a genuine desire to progress. You may already be working as an Assistant Accountant looking for more exposure to month‑end, or you could be in a transactional role ready to take that next step. Strong Excel skills, a good understanding of debits and credits, and confidence working with data will be important. Above all, you'll bring a proactive, positive approach and a real eagerness to learn from an experienced FD within a growing and supportive organisation.