Assistant Accountant

Delt Shared Services Ltd; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider in Plymouth is seeking an Assistant Accountant to support the finance team for a major client. This role involves producing monthly management accounts, preparing cash forecasts, and collaborating virtually with a supportive team. Candidates should have AAT Level 3 or 4 qualification and strong Excel skills, along with at least two years of relevant finance experience. Benefits include a generous holiday allowance, matched pension contributions, and a flexible hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Matched contribution pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Opportunities for training

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant finance experience.
• Strong skills in Excel for data analysis.
• AAT Level 3 or 4 qualification or working towards it.

Responsibilities

• Support the production of monthly management accounts.
• Prepare cashflow forecasts and assist with budget processes.
• Manage control accounts, reconciliations, and journals.
• Handle sales invoicing and credit control.
• Maintain the fixed asset register.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

Organisational skills

Excellent communication skills

Finance experience

Data analysis

Education

AAT Level 3 or 4 qualification

Tools

IRIS Financials

IRIS Financial Planner

Arbor MIS

Job description

Assistant Accountant

Location: Plymouth – with travel to schools in the local area

Salary: Up to £30,000 p.a.

Contract Type: 12 Month Fixed Term Contract, 37 hours per week

Start Date: 5th January 2026

At Delt Shared Services, our Finance team supports a range of valued clients across the Southwest, providing expertise that drives growth, improves decision-making, and creates real impact.

We’re now looking for an Assistant Accountant to join our friendly and high‑performing Finance team. You’ll play a key role in supporting one of our major clients, Transforming Futures Multi Academy Trust, working closely with the Finance Business Partner to provide accurate, insightful financial support.

Please note, this is a 12‑month fixed term contract with a proposed start date of 5th January 2026.

What you’ll be doing

• Supporting the production of monthly management accounts, including accruals, variance analysis and KPI reporting
• Preparing cashflow forecasts and supporting budget setting and forecasting processes
• Managing control accounts, reconciliations, journals and adjustments
• Handling sales invoicing, receipting, credit control and payment runs
• Maintaining the fixed asset register and supporting VAT and audit processes
• Providing administrative support around pupil funding contracts and purchasing
• Collaborating virtually via Microsoft Teams and SharePoint as part of a remote‑friendly, supportive team

This is a hybrid role, with occasional travel to schools or sites for finance‑related meetings. As some of the meetings can be called on short notice, you will need to be located within a reasonable commutable distance to Plymouth.

What you’ll bring

• AAT Level 3 or 4 qualification (or working towards it)
• At least two years’ relevant finance experience
• Strong Excel skills and confidence in analysing and interpreting data
• Great organisational skills and the ability to balance multiple priorities
• Excellent communication skills – you’ll be comfortable dealing with colleagues and alike
• Experience with IRIS Financials, IRIS Financial Planner, or Arbor MIS would be helpful, but full system training will be provided.

If you’re self‑motivated, detail‑driven and passionate about helping schools make the most of their resources, this could be a great opportunity for you.

Why Join Us

At Delt, people matter – both our team and the communities we serve. You’ll be part of a purpose‑driven organisation, where your work makes a visible difference. In return, we offer a supportive culture, flexible hybrid working, and opportunities to grow your skills in a dynamic environment where ideas are welcomed, and impact is recognised.

Benefits

• Generous holiday allowance of 25 days plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time)
• Up to 12 flex leave days a year
• Matched contribution pension scheme up to 10% of salary
• Life assurance scheme
• Opportunities to buy and sell leave
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Opportunities for training to be funded by Delt
• EV salary sacrifice
• Employee assistance programme supporting mental and physical wellbeing

If you want to know about the total package we offer, please see our future employee page here https://deltservices.com/careers/.