Assistant Accountant

Hatzfeld Care; Newark on Trent; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic care company in Newark on Trent is seeking a proactive finance team member to manage debtors and oversee financial operations for a sister company. The role involves preparing management accounts, handling VAT and CIS returns, and ensuring efficient daily operations. Ideal candidates will have AAT Level 4 and strong organisational skills. This position offers benefits like mileage compensation, life insurance, and a company pension.

Benefits

Mileage paid over 5 miles

Life insurance

Company pension

24/7 free counselling service

On site car park

Qualifications

• Experience with VAT and CIS is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong organisational skills needed to manage multiple tasks.
• Confidence working under pressure is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage debtors and maintain departmental processes.
• Prepare quarterly management accounts for sister company.
• Complete VAT and CIS returns and ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Organisational skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Adaptability

Collaboration

Education

AAT Level 4 preferred

Job description

We are seeking a proactive and organised individual to join our busy finance team. The successful candidate will take primary responsibility for managing debtors while maintaining an understanding of all departmental processes and contributing to ongoing efficiency improvements across the business.

In addition, you will take full ownership of the financial operations for one of our small sister companies. This includes preparing quarterly management accounts, completing VAT and CIS returns, and working closely with colleagues and suppliers to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

Requirements

• Qualifications: AAT Level 4 preferred
• Experience: VAT and CIS experience advantageous but not essential

This is a fast-paced role that requires strong organisational skills, the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and confidence working under pressure. We are looking for someone who is adaptable, collaborative, and ready to take initiative.

Benefits

• Mileage paid over 5 miles (up to 50 miles per day)
• Life insurance
• Company pension in place
• 24/7 free counselling service
• On site car park

Salary £35k-£40k