Assistant Accountant: Growth, IFRS16 & Analysis

E&M Talent Partners Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

E&M Talent Partners Ltd. is seeking an Assistant Accountant for a £50m t/o business based in South Leeds. This full-time, office-based role offers growth opportunity under the guidance of senior accountants, with exposure to IFRS16 and consolidation processes.

You will support month-end routines, VAT returns, and operational finance queries, while developing knowledge through hands-on project involvement in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar accounting role.
• Strong Excel skills with high attention to detail.
• Awareness of IFRS16 advantageous.
• Proactive and eager to learn with the ability to work under guidance.

Responsibilities

• Manage overhead cost lines, including maintaining supporting schedules and preparing accruals and prepayments.
• Manage and maintain IFRS16 schedules.
• Process group accounts for consolidation.
• Create recharge invoices.
• Support with month end statement batch creation.
• Revalue open transactions for changes in foreign exchange rates.
• Provide cost reports and financial information to stakeholders.
• Manage balance sheet accounts, including detailed reconciliations.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns, ensuring compliance with HMRC requirements.
• Support the external audit process, including preparation of information and schedules.
• Prepare tax packs and supporting information.
• Assist with month end and year end closing activities.
• Provide operational support for finance-related queries.
• Support the wider finance team, providing assistance and cover where required.
• Undertake ad-hoc financial analysis and accounting tasks as directed by senior accountants.
• Develop knowledge and confidence through hands‑on involvement in projects, processes, and continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical accuracy

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Tools

Excel

Cognos

Job description

E&M Talent Partners Ltd. is seeking an Assistant Accountant for a £50m t/o business based in South Leeds. This full-time, office-based role offers growth opportunity under the guidance of senior accountants, with exposure to IFRS16 and consolidation processes.

You will support month-end routines, VAT returns, and operational finance queries, while developing knowledge through hands-on project involvement in a dynamic environment.