Assistant Accountant – Operations & Control

Change Grow Live; South Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Training & progression

Flexible working arrangements

25 days annual leave plus bank

Wellness Hour

Employee Assistance Programme

Contributory pension

Job summary

Change Grow Live seeks an Assistant Accountant to support financial control processes across the organisation, handling cash management, reconciliations and balance sheet support. The role maintains accurate records, supports audit and reporting, and delivers core finance activities across treasury, tax, income and operations.

Based in Yorkshire with hybrid working, this is a full-time, permanent position (37.5 hours per week).

Qualifications

• Positive, proactive attitude.
• Enjoys working with numbers and solving problems.
• Excellent communication across stakeholders.
• Organised, accurate, detail-focused.
• Team player who can also work independently.
• Keen to learn and grow in the role.

Responsibilities

• Support high-quality financial services across the organisation.
• Provide accurate reporting, analysis, and insights for decision-making.
• Collaborate with colleagues from multiple teams.
• Contribute to process improvements and efficiency gains.
• Develop skills in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

Job description

Overview

Join Our Finance Team – Where Numbers Meet Purpose!

We're looking for an Assitant Accountant to support the effective operation of financial control processes across the organisation by carrying out key accounting activities, including cash management, reconciliations and balance sheet support.

Where you will work

Location: Yorkshire (hybrid working)Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per weekContract: Permanent

Please note:Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time positions, salary and any associated payments will be pro rata, based on contracted hours.

Responsibilities

Are you a finance professional who loves solving problems, making a difference, and working with great people?

We're looking for enthusiastic, motivated, and detail-oriented individuals to join our Finance Team. Whether you're an experienced finance specialist or looking to take the next step in your career, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team that plays a vital role in supporting our organisation's success.

Our Finance Team is more than spreadsheets and reports. We are trusted advisors, collaborators, innovators, and problem-solvers who help drive effective decision-making across the organisation. If you enjoy working with numbers, building relationships, and finding smarter ways of doing things, we'd love to hear from you.

What Role We're Advertising

We're looking for an Assistant Accountant to support the effective operation of financial control processes across the organisation by carrying out key accounting activities, including cash management, reconciliations and balance sheet support. The role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting audit and reporting requirements, and assisting with the delivery of core finance activities across treasury, tax, income and operational areas.

What You'll Be Doing

As part of our Finance Team, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Support the delivery of high-quality financial services across the organisation.
• Help provide accurate reporting, analysis, and insights to support decision-making.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues from a variety of teams and departments.
• Contribute to process improvements and help identify opportunities for greater efficiency.
• Develop your skills and experience in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

What We're Looking For

We're interested in people who:

• Have a positive, proactive attitude.
• Enjoy working with numbers and solving problems.
• Can communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders.
• Are organised, accurate, and detail-focused.
• Thrive both independently and as part of a team.
• Are keen to learn, develop, and grow their career.

Why Join Us?

We believe that supporting our people is key to our success. When you join us, you'll benefit from:

• Working within a friendly and supportive team
• Training, career development and progression opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising by 1 day for each completed year of service up to 30 days
• A paid Wellness Hour every week
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, providing support with:
  • Debt and Financial Management
  • Legal and Tax Advice
  • Family Care
  • Everyday Matters
  • Short-Term Counselling
  • Emotional Support
• Contributory pension scheme
• A fantastic range of employee benefits and discounts, including shopping, cinema tickets, dining out, holidays and much more

Ready to Join Us?

If you're looking for a role where your skills are valued, your development is supported, and your contribution genuinely makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

A note about using AI in your application

AI can be a really helpful tool when putting together your application, and we're happy for you to use it. However, what we're most interested in is you.

We want to understand your experiences, achievements and strengths, so please make sure your application reflects your own story and clearly shows how you meet the essential criteria and the impact you've made in previous roles.

There's no need to write in a particular style. The strongest applications are those that are authentic, specific and clearly demonstrate your skills, experience and potential. We look forward to learning more about you.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Salary Range (pro rata if part time)

CGL points 34 to 38 (£39,129.53 - £43,128.79)

ILW / OLW /Fringe

N/A - Outside London Weighting Area

Closing Date

31/8/2026