Assistant Accountant: Month-End Growth & FD Mentoring

Nxtgen Recruitment; Norwich; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing business in Norwich is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join their finance team. This role is perfect for individuals looking to step up into an Assistant Accountant position or those already in the role seeking broader responsibilities. Candidates should be AAT qualified or part-qualified ACCA/CIMA with strong Excel skills and a proactive approach. You'll support month-end processes and collaborate closely with the Finance Director, gaining invaluable mentorship and insights.

Qualifications

• Solid grounding in transactional finance.
• Experience in month-end processes is a plus.
• Ideal for candidates looking to progress into an Assistant Accountant role.

Responsibilities

• Support the full month-end process, including preparation of journals.
• Assist with production of management accounts.
• Perform bank reconciliations.
• Process purchase invoices and manage the AP inbox.
• Assist with supplier statement reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate sales ledger records.
• Balance sheet reconciliations across key accounts.
• Support with stock accounting.
• Assist with VAT returns and financial compliance.
• Work on ad hoc projects with the Finance Director.
• Provide wider support across the finance team.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

Understanding of debits and credits

Confidence working with data

Proactive approach

Eagerness to learn

Education

AAT qualified or currently studying

Part-qualified ACCA/CIMA

Job description

A growing business in Norwich is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join their finance team. This role is perfect for individuals looking to step up into an Assistant Accountant position or those already in the role seeking broader responsibilities. Candidates should be AAT qualified or part-qualified ACCA/CIMA with strong Excel skills and a proactive approach. You'll support month-end processes and collaborate closely with the Finance Director, gaining invaluable mentorship and insights.