Assistant Accountant: Growth Path, Bonus & Pension

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

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.