Assistant Accountant

The One Group; Northampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in Northampton seeks a part-qualified Assistant Accountant for a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will support financial reporting, prepare budgets, and assist with VAT returns in a collaborative finance team. This role offers competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Benefits

26 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Excellent benefits

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Experience in management accounts, budgeting, VAT, and cash management.

Responsibilities

• Support in preparing annual budgets and monthly management accounts.
• Complete monthly balance sheet and bank reconciliations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders for accurate reporting.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Excel

Education

Part-qualified ACCA / CIMA / ACA

Job description

Assistant Accountant - 12-Month FTC

The Accountancy & Finance Division at The ONE Group is currently working for a market leading and very reputable business in recruiting a part-qualified Assistant Accountant to join their fantastic Finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract covering maternity leave. Reporting to the Finance Business Partner, you'll play a key role in delivering accurate and timely financial reporting across the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support in preparing annual budgets (P&L, cashflow, balance sheet)
• Produce monthly management accounts, including accruals and variance analysis
• Complete monthly balance sheet and bank reconciliations
• Assist with preparation and analysis of cash reporting
• Support with preparation and submission of VAT returns
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure accurate reporting and support finance projects
• Contribute to the external audit and process improvements

You must have the following skills and attributes:

• Part-qualified ACCA / CIMA / ACA
• Experience in management accounts, budgeting, VAT, and cash management
• Intermediate Excel skills
• Strong analytical and communication skills

• Desirable: experience in multi-site environments.

What you will receive in return:

• Competitive salary (DOE)
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme & excellent benefits
• A collaborative culture and a commitment to continuous improvement

This is a remarkable opportunity to work for a business who put their employees at the heart of everything they do and a very welcoming and experienced finance team. If you are interested in the role, please apply straight away, my client is looking for someone to start as soon as possible. For more information on the role, please contact Dhruti Patel at The ONE Group.