Assistant Accountant

Sharp Consultancy; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12-month FTC

Supportive team

Commercial exposure

Competitive salary

Job summary

Sharp Consultancy are supporting an established business in Leeds to recruit an Assistant Accountant on a 12 month fixed term contract basis.

This role offers an opportunity to develop management accounting skills within a supportive finance team, delivering accurate financial information, supporting budgeting and forecasting, and contributing to commercial decision making. You will work closely with the finance team and stakeholders across the business.

Qualifications

• Experience in Assistant Accountant or similar role.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and reporting.
• Excellent Excel and use of accounting software.
• Analytical and detail-oriented with good communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts with deadlines.
• Assist budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances.
• Produce financial reports and analysis for decision-making.
• Maintain accurate records and internal controls.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to monitor costs.
• Support year-end and audit preparations.
• Drive continuous improvement in finance processes.

Skills

Excel

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organised

Education

AAT or ACCA/CIMA/ACA in progress

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Sharp Consultancy are supporting an established business in Leeds to recruit an Assistant Accountant on a 12 month fixed term contract basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional looking to develop their management accounting skills within a supportive and collaborative environment. Working closely with the finance team, you will play a key role in delivering accurate financial information, supporting budgeting and forecasting processes, and helping the business make informed commercial decisions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts, ensuring accuracy and adherence to reporting deadlines.

• Supporting the budgeting and forecasting process to aid effective financial planning.

• Performing balance sheet reconciliations and investigating any variances or discrepancies.

• Producing financial reports and analysis to support business performance and decision-making.

• Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.

• Working with stakeholders across the business to monitor costs and identify opportunities for improvement.

• Supporting year-end and audit processes, including the preparation of schedules and supporting documentation.

• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within finance processes and reporting.

To be considered for this role, you will have:

• Previous experience within an Assistant Accountant, Assistant Management Accountant, or similar finance role.

• A strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting processes.

• Excellent Excel skills and experience using accounting software.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships across the business.

• A proactive and organised approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Desirable:

• AAT qualified or studying towards ACCA, CIMA, or ACA.

What's on Offer?

• Salary £30,000 - £35,000 dependant on experience

• A 12-month fixed-term contract

• Supportive and collaborative team environment.

• Opportunity to develop your finance skills and gain commercial exposure.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.