Assistant Accountant

Confidential; Fakenham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in Fakenham is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join the finance team. You will work closely with the Finance Manager to support day-to-day finance operations and keep accounts accurate and up to date.

The ideal candidate will have an AAT Level 3 qualification or relevant experience, be hardworking, reliable and organised, and proficient in Excel and finance systems. This is a full-time role offering development and progression within the finance function.

Qualifications

• AAT Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience is required.
• Experience within an accounts or finance environment is essential.
• Able to meet deadlines and manage own workload.
• Proficient in Excel and finance systems.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the Finance Manager with the day-to-day running of the finance function.
• Supporting with month-end processes and management accounts.
• Posting journals and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Processing invoices and payments.

Skills

Hardworking

Reliable

Organised

Good communicator

Team player

Education

AAT Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Finance systems

Job description

Assistant Accountant

Location: Fakenham

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000

Hours: Full-time

About the Role

We are working with a well-established organisation based in Fakenham who are looking to recruit an Assistant Accountant to join their finance team.

This is a great opportunity for someone with a good grounding in finance who is looking to develop their experience and take the next step in their career. Working closely alongside the Finance Manager, you will play an important role in supporting the day-to-day running of the finance function and ensuring the accounts are accurate and up to date.

The ideal candidate will have an AAT Level 3 qualification, or equivalent experience, alongside a hardworking and positive attitude. This role would suit someone who enjoys being hands-on, is keen to learn and wants to continue developing their accounting knowledge.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting the Finance Manager with the day-to-day running of the finance function
• Supporting with month-end processes and management accounts
• Preparing and posting journals
• Bank and balance sheet reconciliations
• Supporting with purchase and sales ledger processes
• Processing invoices and payments
• Investigating and resolving financial discrepancies
• Assisting with cashflow and other financial reporting
• Maintaining accurate financial records and supporting documentation
• Providing general support to the wider team as required
• Working closely with the Finance Manager on ad-hoc finance projects and tasks

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• AAT Level 3 qualified, or qualified by relevant experience
• Experienced within an accounts or finance environment
• Hardworking, reliable and organised
• Comfortable working to deadlines and managing their own workload
• A good communicator who works well as part of a team
• Keen to learn, develop and broaden their accounting experience
• Confident using Microsoft Excel and finance systems
• Proactive and willing to get involved across the wider finance function

What's on Offer

• Salary of £30,000 - £35,000
• The opportunity to work closely with and learn from an experienced Finance Manager
• A varied role with exposure across the wider finance function
• Excellent opportunity for career development and progression
• A supportive and friendly finance team