Assistant Accountant: Month-End & Study Support

Sewell Moorhouse Recruitment; Huddersfield; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Assistant Accountant for a successful SME in Huddersfield. This new role involves assisting with financial management, preparing monthly statements, and supporting payroll functions. Ideal candidates will be AAT qualified or working towards CIMA/ACCA, with experience in transactional finance. The position includes a salary of circa £35,000, flexible working hours, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

23 days holiday + 1 extra per year

Study support

Free parking

Flexible working hours

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Assist in preparing monthly financial statements and management reports.
• Experience with payroll and transactional finance duties.
• Exposure to month end process including accruals and reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Finance Manager with financial matters throughout the year.
• Prepare VAT returns accurately and within deadlines.
• Manage the full purchase and sales ledger process.

Skills

Experience in a finance or accounting position

AAT Qualified or Part-Qualified CIMA or ACCA

Confident in Microsoft Excel

Experience with accounting software (Xero preferred)

Self-motivated and efficient

Keen to learn and develop

Friendly and proactive nature

Education

AAT qualification or studying towards CIMA/ACCA

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Xero

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Assistant Accountant for a successful SME in Huddersfield. This new role involves assisting with financial management, preparing monthly statements, and supporting payroll functions. Ideal candidates will be AAT qualified or working towards CIMA/ACCA, with experience in transactional finance. The position includes a salary of circa £35,000, flexible working hours, and opportunities for career development.