Assistant Accountant

Nobia AB; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading European kitchen specialist is seeking an experienced Assistant Accountant for a 12-month fixed term contract based in Leeds. The successful candidate will support financial reporting and account management within a dynamic team. The role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and numerous employee benefits like generous discounts and wellness support.

Benefits

Generous staff discounts

Flexible holidays

Wellbeing support

Cycle to work scheme

Subsidised canteen

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar Assistant Accountant role.
• AAT qualified or CIMA/ACCA part-qualified.
• Flexibility to support the finance team.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly financial reporting and account preparation.
• Manage fixed assets and stakeholder reports.
• Liaise with auditors and statutory agencies.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial awareness

Attention to detail

Communication

Proactive mindset

Education

AAT qualified

CIMA/ACCA part-qualified

Tools

SAP

Job description

Location: Hybrid, based in Leeds (3 days in the office per week)

Salary: £32,000 – £35,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Contract: Fixed Term 12 months

Closing Date: Friday 4th July

Are you an experienced Assistant Accountant looking for your next challenge? We’re looking for a data-driven part qualified person to join our Accounting team on a fixed term contract for 12 months.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary (£32,000 – £35,000)
• Hybrid working – Based at our Darlington or Leeds office
• Generous staff discounts – Up to 80% off stunning kitchen furniture and products
• Flexible holidays – Buy up to 5 extra days
• Wellbeing support – Access to virtual GP and 24/7 employee assistance platform
• Lifestyle perks – Cycle to work scheme and discounts with 200+ top brands
• Refer a friend scheme
• Subsidised canteen (Darlington office)
• A vibrant and innovative workplace where your ideas matter

What you’ll be doing

You'll support monthly financial reporting across Nobia UK business units, posting journals, completing reconciliations, and preparing relevant monthly accounts. Specific areas of responsibility include:

• Fixed Assets.
• Reports shared with stakeholders regarding current performance/commissions.
• Sales and Cost of sales workings within each business unit.
• Stock reporting and provision calculations.
• Rebates.
• Property Costs (Rent, Rates Utilities).
• Staff Related Costs (Payroll, Travel, Credit Cards, Mobile Phones etc.).
• Monthly reporting requirements to Head Office.
• Manufacturing performance reporting & KPI’s.
• Logistics cost tracking and analysis.
• Timely production of the monthly balance sheet reconciliations and resolution of reconciling items for area of responsibility.
• Liaising with auditors and other external stakeholders or statutory agencies.

Who we’re looking for

• Experience in a similar Assistant Accountant role.
• Advanced Excel skills (essential).
• Strong financial awareness and attention to detail.
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset.
• Confidence working independently and to tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills.
• SAP knowledge (advantageous).
• Flexibility to support the finance team in various duties within the department.

Qualifications:

• AAT qualified or CIMA/ACCA part-qualified

Success in this role means living and breathing our core values: Care, Inspire, and Deliver. We're looking for someone who not only embraces these values but also brings the right behaviours to the table:

• Proactive – You actively contribute to our success by making sound decisions and sharing ideas that drive us forward.
• Performance-focused – You’re results-driven, work collaboratively, and always put the customer at the heart of what you do.
• People-oriented – You’re an effective communicator, engaged in your work, and committed to helping others grow.
• Personally accountable – You show resilience, build trust with those around you, and take ownership of your own development.

About Nobia

Nobia is a leading European kitchen specialist. We design, manufacture, and sell kitchens through thirteen strong brands—one of which is Magnet, the UK’s number one specialist kitchen provider. Our real strength? Our people. Their passion and creativity ensure every kitchen is built to last and loved for years to come. As we continue our exciting transformation journey, we’re always open to fresh ideas—so even if you don’t tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you.