Assistant Accountant

Anderson Recruitment Ltd; Forest of Dean; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established client in the Forest of Dean is seeking a motivated Assistant Accountant to join their family-oriented team. This full-time role involves managing day-to-day financial operations, processing invoices, and supporting budgets. The ideal candidate will have accounts experience and an AAT/ACCA qualification, alongside strong attention to detail and a collaborative spirit. Competitive salary of up to £33k per annum depending on experience, with flexible working hours and free parking.

Benefits

Free parking

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar accounts position.
• Ability to work flexibly alongside team members.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices, reconcile accounts and manage expense claims.
• Maintain accurate records of financial transactions.
• Monitor accounts payable and receivable.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts.

Skills

Previous accounts experience

Strong attention to detail

Ability to work in a team

Bubbly personality and communication skills

Education

AAT, ACCA or equivalent accounting qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office (including Excel)

Job description

Our small yet well-established client, who have ambitious future growth plans, are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join their fun and 'family feel' team as an Assistant Accountant. This is a permanent, full‑time opportunity based from their offices in Staunton, Gloucester.

You will be responsible for all day‑to‑day financial operations as well as assisting with general administration for the wider company as required. To apply, you must have experience working within a similar accounts position.

Whether you have previous finance experience or hold an accountancy qualification this may be the excellent opportunity to utilise your skills in a new role. To be considered for this role you must have strong attention to detail and a willingness to get stuck in along with a good sense of humour and a love for dogs! Most of all, you must be a team player.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices, reconcile accounts and manage expense claims.
• Maintain accurate records of financial transactions and ensure all documentation is filed appropriately.
• Support month‑end and year‑end processes.
• Monitor and manage accounts payable and receivable to ensure timely payments and collections.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts.
• Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders to resolve any account‑related queries.
• Support the Finance Manager in additional ad‑hoc projects and administrative tasks as required.

Candidate Attributes

• Previous accounts experience
• AAT, ACCA or equivalent accounting qualification
• Experience working with Microsoft Office including Excel
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to get stuck in and work closely alongside other members of the team
• Bubbly personality with ability to speak to people at all levels

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5pm (flexi time can be offered to start or finish slightly earlier or later)

Salary: Up to £33k per annum depending on experience + free parking