Assistant Accountant: Growth Finance & Reporting

Butler Rose; Exeter; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Butler Rose is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join a growing finance team in Exeter. The role supports the delivery of accurate financial reporting, month-end activities and financial control processes, offering a clear path for progression in a collaborative environment.

You’ll work under the Financial Controller, handling journals, reconciliations and improvements across the finance function while developing technical accounting skills.

Qualifications

• AAT qualified or studying towards ACA/ACCA/CIMA.
• Experience in finance or accounting environment.
• Knowledge of accruals, prepayments and reconciliations.
• Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication and collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end, quarter-end and year-end reporting activities.
• Prepare and post journals, including accruals and prepayments.
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist with maintenance of financial controls and regulatory reporting.
• Support internal and external audit processes.
• Contribute to finance projects, process improvements and automation initiatives.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Collaborative

Strong communication

Experience in finance/accounting

Education

AAT qualified or studying ACA/ACCA/CIMA

Tools

Excel

Job description

Butler Rose is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join a growing finance team in Exeter. The role supports the delivery of accurate financial reporting, month-end activities and financial control processes, offering a clear path for progression in a collaborative environment.

You’ll work under the Financial Controller, handling journals, reconciliations and improvements across the finance function while developing technical accounting skills.