Assistant Accountant: Develop in Management Accounting (12‑Month FTC)

Sharp Consultancy; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12-month FTC

Supportive team

Commercial exposure

Competitive salary

Job summary

Sharp Consultancy are supporting an established business in Leeds to recruit an Assistant Accountant on a 12 month fixed term contract basis.

This role offers an opportunity to develop management accounting skills within a supportive finance team, delivering accurate financial information, supporting budgeting and forecasting, and contributing to commercial decision making. You will work closely with the finance team and stakeholders across the business.

Qualifications

• Experience in Assistant Accountant or similar role.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and reporting.
• Excellent Excel and use of accounting software.
• Analytical and detail-oriented with good communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts with deadlines.
• Assist budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances.
• Produce financial reports and analysis for decision-making.
• Maintain accurate records and internal controls.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to monitor costs.
• Support year-end and audit preparations.
• Drive continuous improvement in finance processes.

Skills

Excel

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organised

Education

AAT or ACCA/CIMA/ACA in progress

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Sharp Consultancy are supporting an established business in Leeds to recruit an Assistant Accountant on a 12 month fixed term contract basis.

This role offers an opportunity to develop management accounting skills within a supportive finance team, delivering accurate financial information, supporting budgeting and forecasting, and contributing to commercial decision making. You will work closely with the finance team and stakeholders across the business.