Assistant Accountant

Pure Resourcing Solutions Limited; Upwell; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a motivated Assistant Accountant to support the Finance team. The role involves maintaining financial reconciliations, assisting with VAT processes, and providing support during busy periods. The ideal candidate has experience in accounting or finance support and is keen to develop within a growing team.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an accounting/finance support role.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational skills.
• Proficient in Excel and financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain reconciliations for the company balance sheet.
• Support the Group Accountant with financial records.
• Assist with VAT processes and reconciliations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Data analysis

Excel proficiency

Education

Studying towards AAT/ACCA/CIMA

Job description

Assistant Accountant
Location: Near Wisbech

Join an industry leader where career growth and development opportunities await. We're seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Accountant to work closely with our Finance team, supporting the processing of financial transactions and reporting to ensure accuracy, integrity, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain reconciliations for the company balance sheet, ensuring transparency of all assets and liabilities.
• Support the Group Accountant with the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial records.
• Assist with VAT processes, reconciliations, and quarterly returns.
• Manage and maintain the Fixed Asset Register, including reconciliations, documentation, and timely depreciation journals.
• Process, reconcile, and post manual bank transactions; contribute to the preparation of regular cash-flow forecasts.
• Support the monthly close process, including journals, allocations, and maintaining accurate ledgers.
• Reconcile prepayments and accruals with full working papers for review and audit.
• Complete monthly balance sheet account reconciliations, maintaining clear documentation and commentary.
• Provide support across the wider Finance team, assisting during absences and busy periods.
• Contribute to statutory reporting, audits, and the preparation of financial accounts within agreed time lines.

About You:

• Previous experience in an accounting/finance support role (part-qualified or studying towards AAT/ACCA/CIMA desirable).
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational skills.
• Proficient in Excel and financial systems, with the ability to analyse and interpret data.
• Proactive and collaborative team player, able to support colleagues across multiple finance functions.
• Keen to learn and develop within a growing finance team.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment within a leading organisation.

To apply, please submit your CV or contact Caroline Meeson at Pure