Assistant Accountant

Michael Page; Grantham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Grantham is seeking an Assistant Accountant to support day-to-day finance operations. The role involves maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with accounts preparation, and reporting to the Finance Director. The successful candidate will join a supportive team and contribute significantly to the finance function.

Benefits

Free Parking

Professional Development and Training

Opportunity to join a great team

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role or Bookkeeping position.
• Experience of month end processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts.
• Maintain purchase and sales ledger, including posting invoices.
• Process bank transactions and perform bank reconciliations.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Accuracy

Teamwork

Education

AAT Qualified

Tools

Accounting Software

Excel

Job description

• Permanent Opportunity
• Professional Development and Training

About Our Client

Our client is looking for a Assistant Accountant to join their team on a permanent basis.

The successful Assistant Accountant will be reporting into the Finance Director and support the day to day finance operations, ensuring accurate financial records and assisting with accounts preparation.

They are offering a salary up to £32,000 which is dependent on experience.

The successful candidate will be joining a great team and play a vital role in their finance function in Grantham.

Job Description

Assistant Accountant Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts
• Maintaining the purchase and sales ledger, including posting invoices and reconciling supplier statements
• Processing bank transactions
• Performing bank reconciliations
• Assisting with VAT returns
• Statutory reporting
• Supporting with month end
• Maintaining fixed asset register
• Supporting with adhoc duties

The Successful Applicant

The successful Assistant Accountant:

• AAT Qualified (desirable)
• Previous experience in a similar role (or Bookkeeping position)
• Strong attention to detail
• High level of accuracy
• Strong knowledge of accounting software
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good knowledge of excel
• Experience of month end processes

What's on Offer

Our client can offer:

• Salary up to £32,000 (DOE)
• Free parking
• Opportunity to join a great team