Assistant Accountant

Headstar; Leeds; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Leeds is seeking an Assistant Accountant to support the finance team. This role involves maintaining accurate financial records, performing reconciliations, and assisting with audits. The company offers study support for professional qualifications and a supportive team environment. If you have a keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving, this position is for you.

Benefits

24 days holiday + bank holidays

1 day a week WFH

Study support (CIMA or ACCA)

Qualifications

• Experience in an assistant accountant or similar role.
• On the path to CIMA/ACCA.

Responsibilities

• Posting journals, accruals, and month-end tweaks.
• Reconciling balance sheets and handling bank reconciliations.
• Managing sales analysis and coding invoices properly.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Education

AAT Qualified

CIMA/ACCA

Job description

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Assistant Accountant I Leeds I Up to £32k with Study Support

Some finance roles are just number-churning machines. This one isn't.

We want an Assistant Accountant who knows their numbers, keeps things tight, and isn't afraid to call out when something's off.

What you get:

• 24 days holiday + bank holidays - Because you need time away from the desk.
• 1 day a week WFH - Because sometimes the commute sucks.
• Study support (CIMA or ACCA) - We want you qualified, and we'll help you get there.
• A team that actually helps, not just nods politely.

The role:

You'll be the backbone of the finance team, keeping the books straight and the processes smooth. Day to day, you'll be:

• Posting journals, accruals, prepayments, month-end tweaks
• Reconciling balance sheets and rebate accounts
• Handling bank reconciliations, payments, and banking
• Doing variance analysis and budget postings
• Helping prep year-end and working with auditors
• Chatting with depot managers to keep numbers honest
• Managing sales analysis, provisions, and fixed assets
• Coding invoices properly - no guesswork

What you need:

• AAT qualified or on the path to CIMA/ACCA
• Experience in an assistant accountant or similar role
• Laser-sharp eye for detail - no sloppy mistakes here
• Problem solver - if the numbers don't add up, you find out why
• Confidence to challenge and improve processes - no blind acceptance

If you want to do real work, with a team that's got your back, and a company that respects your skills - apply now.