Assistant Accountant

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

Job summary

Join a leading independent provider of water and wastewater solutions as an Assistant Accountant. In this role, you will support the Finance team in producing management accounts and conducting bank reconciliations, gaining valuable exposure to financial operations. With a friendly working environment and opportunities for professional development, this position is perfect for those looking to enhance their accounting skills. Enjoy a competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, and a supportive team as you contribute to maintaining the seamless operation of the nation’s water systems.

Benefits

24 days holiday plus bank holidays

Auto-enrollment pension scheme

Free onsite parking

Friendly working environment

Qualifications

• AAT qualified with over 2 years of experience in finance.
• Methodical and logical approach to work with strong time management.

Responsibilities

• Produce monthly management accounts and perform bank reconciliations.
• Collaborate with depot managers to gather KPI data.
• Support year-end preparations and work with external auditors.

Skills

Management Accounts

Bank Reconciliations

Financial Analysis

Time Management

AAT Qualification

Education

AAT Qualified

Job description

The Lanes Group is the UK’s largest independent provider of water and wastewater solutions, playing a vital role in maintaining the seamless operation of the nation’s water systems.

Founded in 1992, our half a billion-pound turnover supports ongoing expansion and increased market share. Our key differentiator is our team of over 4,000 staff and our resource pool, which includes the most innovative fleet, plant, and equipment available in the market.

About The Role

The Lanes Group is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join the Finance team, supporting the Senior Management Accountant. This role is based at our Group Head Office in Leeds, working within a team of 7.

• Location: Leeds, LS12 6AB
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week (8:30 am - 5:00 pm)
• Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 (dependent on experience)

In this position, you will gain valuable exposure to Management Accounts duties, with full support and training from the Senior Management Accountant and the wider team.

The Job

• Produce monthly management accounts, including routine journal postings (accruals, prepayments, depreciation, etc.)
• Post daily cash postings, perform bank reconciliations, and issue weekly cash reports
• Monitor rebate accounts to ensure timely and correct rebate payments
• Complete monthly bank reconciliations
• Review financial performance against budget and analyze variances
• Collaborate with depot managers to gather KPI data and drive business improvements
• Code invoices accurately (nominal coding)
• Support year-end preparations, including financial statements such as balance sheets and income statements, ensuring all records are current
• Analyze sales data and provisions for potential liabilities or losses
• Work with external auditors to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards

About You

The ideal candidate will be AAT qualified, with over 2 years of experience in finance and a general Accounts Assistant role. If you are pursuing further qualifications, we support your study efforts. You should demonstrate a methodical, logical approach to work and possess confident time management skills.

Benefits

• 24 days holiday (rising to 27 with length of service) plus bank holidays
• Auto-enrollment pension scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Friendly working environment

This position is open to both internal and external candidates. Internal candidates must submit an Internal Application form to recruitment.

The Lanes Group comprises various subsidiaries that enhance our capabilities and service offerings across different regions and work types:

• Lanes Group
• Lanes Infrastructure
• SUS
• Clearflow
• AQS

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from under-represented groups. Strictly no agencies, please.