Finance Assistant

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Pontyclun; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a full-time Accounts Assistant in Pontyclun. This role involves supporting the Finance Manager with management accounts and pricing analysis. Ideal candidates will have a strong finance background, experience preparing accounts to trial balance, and a proactive approach. Competitive salary between £26,000-£30,000 per annum with development opportunities available.

Benefits

Study support (financial and time-based)

Flexible hours after probation

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in finance or accounting.
• Experience preparing accounts to trial balance.
• SAP experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Finance Manager on management accounts.
• Prepare accounts up to trial balance.
• Support ongoing finance projects and reporting.

Skills

Foundation in finance or accounting

Experience preparing accounts to trial balance

Proactive and hands-on approach

Team player

Education

Started AAT or looking to progress to CIMA/ACCA

Tools

SAP

Job description

Are you an ambitious Accounts Assistant looking to grow your career in a supportive and stable environment?

We're working with a well-established business seeking a full-time Accounts Assistant to support their Finance Manager across a range of responsibilities, with a focus on management accounts and pricing support. You'll be joining a small, close-knit team where your contribution will be truly valued and where progression is actively encouraged.

The Role:

• Work closely with the Finance Manager on management accounts and pricing analysis
• Prepare accounts up to trial balance
• Provide cover on transactional tasks during staff holidays
• Support ongoing finance projects and reporting
• Opportunity to work with SAP (prior experience a big plus)

What We're Looking For:

• A strong foundation in finance or accounting
• Experience preparing accounts to trial balance
• SAP experience is highly desirable
• A proactive, hands-on approach with a willingness to learn
• Someone who's started AAT or looking to progress to CIMA/ACCA (study support provided)
• A team player comfortable working in a small, mature team environment

The Offer:

• Salary: £26,000-£30,000 per annum
• Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (9-5, flexible to 8-4 or similar)
• Location: Office-based during probation, with potential for flexibility afterward
• Development: Study support (both financial and time-based)
• Interview: Face-to-face preferred; Teams can be accommodated. Availability from Wednesday 17th onwards

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to grow gradually into a bigger role while being part of a steady and supportive business. If you're someone who enjoys working closely with leadership and wants real progression in your career, we'd love to hear from you.