Assistant Accountant

Reed; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Enhanced pension

Free on-site parking

Career development opportunities

22 days annual leave + bank holidays

Job summary

Reed in Wellingborough is seeking an ambitious Assistant Accountant to join a growing finance team. Reporting to the Group Finance Manager, you will help manage day-to-day accounting tasks and provide accurate financial information to support decision making.

You will develop your skills across monthly management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations and cash flow reporting while benefiting from a structured development pathway and a supportive, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• AAT qualified or progressing towards ACCA/CIMA.
• Strong Excel skills with data analysis ability.
• Experience with accounting systems; CODA knowledge advantageous.
• Attention to detail and good organisational skills.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn and develop.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts.
• Support month-end and year-end processes.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and maintain records.
• Handle purchase and sales ledger activities when required.
• Support cash flow reporting and bank reconciliations.
• Process journals, accruals and prepayments.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Produce Excel-based financial reports and analysis.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and procedures.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Proactive approach

Education

AAT qualified

ACCA/CIMA in progress

Qualified by experience

Tools

CODA knowledge

Job description

Assistant Accountant Role

Location: Wellingborough
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Working Pattern: Full-time, Office Based
Benefits: Annual Bonus, Enhanced Pension, Free On-site Parking, Career Development Opportunities

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and motivated Assistant Accountant to join a well-established and growing business based in Wellingborough.

Working directly alongside the Group Finance Manager, this role offers a fantastic opportunity for an accounting professional looking to develop their skills and progress their career within a supportive environment. As the finance team's second member, you will gain broad exposure across the accounts function and play a key role in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the business.

The organisation employs approximately 80+ staff and continues to experience positive growth, offering genuine long-term career progression for the right individual.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts
• Support month-end and year-end processes
• Balance sheet reconciliations
• Maintain and update financial records accurately
• Assist with purchase ledger and sales ledger activities when required
• Support cash flow reporting and bank reconciliations
• Process journals, accruals and prepayments
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities
• Produce and maintain Excel-based financial reports and analysis
• Support financial reporting requirements across the wider business
• Work closely with the Group Finance Manager on ongoing projects and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and company procedures

About You

The successful candidate will ideally possess:

• Previous experience within an Assistant Accountant or similar finance position
• AAT qualified, studying towards ACCA/CIMA, or qualified by experience
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to manipulate and analyse data
• Experience of accounting systems (knowledge of CODA would be advantageous)
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• A proactive approach with a willingness to learn and develop
• Experience within logistics, transport, distribution or a related industry would be advantageous but is not essential

What's on Offer?

• Salary of £30,000 - £35,000 depending on experience
• Annual company bonus scheme
• Company pension scheme
• 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• 15 days company sick pay allowance
• Three-month probation period
• Free on-site parking
• Direct mentorship from an experienced Group Finance Manager
• Genuine opportunities for progression and career development
• Stable and growing business environment

Recruitment Process

• Initial face-to-face interview
• Excel assessment as part of the selection process
• Opportunity to meet key stakeholders and learn more about the business

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional seeking a role where they can learn, develop and build a long-term career within a successful and growing organisation