Assistant Financial Accountant

Robertson Bell; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

Are you a finance professional looking to develop your career in financial accounting? Do you have strong technical skills and experience working with IFRS? Are you keen to work for an organisation that supports your professional growth and offers a clear pathway to progression? If yes, this could be the role for you.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Assistant Financial Accountant to join a well-established organisation on a permanent basis. This role offers the chance to work within a collaborative finance team, assisting with key financial processes and reporting while developing your expertise in a supportive environment.

As an Assistant Financial Accountant, you will:

• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, ensuring compliance with IFRS and financial reporting standards.
• Support the timely and accurate submission of financial information to external stakeholders.
• Work closely with auditors, providing robust evidence and explanations to facilitate the audit process.
• Play a key role in month-end processes, including journal preparation, balance sheet reconciliations, and general ledger activities.
• Manage non-current assets, maintaining accurate records and ensuring proper accounting for asset changes.
• Contribute to VAT submissions, ensuring compliance with relevant government regulations and improving internal understanding of VAT processes.

This organisation offers a structured development pathway, with the opportunity to progress to a Financial Accountant role within 18 months, subject to performance and exam progression. This transition includes a salary increase and continued support for professional growth, including study support.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have significant financial experience and strong accounting skills.
• Possess knowledge of International Accounting Standards (IAS) and IFRS.
• Demonstrate strong Excel skills and the ability to analyse financial data.
• Hold a relevant qualification, such as AAT Level 4, CIMA Certificate, ACCA Diploma, CIPFA Certificate, or ACA progress towards Certificate level.
• Be highly organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Have excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to build trusted relationships.

This role is based in Manchester, London, Leeds, or Liverpool, with a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including hybrid working and professional development support.

Applications are under review on a rolling basis, so apply now to avoid missing out!