Graduate Accountant

Bayman Atkinson Smythe; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking finance organization in the Wigan area is seeking a recent graduate or early-career professional for a finance role. Responsibilities include supporting the preparation of management accounts, bank reconciliations, and assisting with audits. The ideal candidate should hold a degree in a relevant field and have a keen interest in a long-term accounting career. A competitive salary of £30,000 - £35,000 and full study support for AAT, ACCA, or CIMA is offered.

Benefits

Full study support for AAT, ACCA, or CIMA

Supportive team-focused culture

Modern office environment

Qualifications

• Some relevant experience is essential.
• Strong interest in building a long-term accounting career.
• Dynamic and motivated with the ability to adapt.

Responsibilities

• Support in the preparation of the monthly Management Accounts.
• Posting of bank payments and completion of monthly bank reconciliations.
• Preparation of the weekly payment run and processing payments.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Team player

Communication

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related subject

AAT qualification

Job description

A fantastic opportunity for a recent graduate or someone early within their finance career looking for an organisation where they can develop and create structured career pathways.

This really is an outstanding opportunity with great mentors all around the business.

The Role

• Support in the preparation of the monthly Management Accounts and associated balance sheet reconciliations
• Support the finance manager with ad hoc tasks
• Posting of bank payments and completion of monthly bank reconciliations
• Preparation of the weekly payment run including processing of payments
• Maintenance of the creditors ledger, including timely allocation of payments
• Supporting the year-end audit process
• Supporting the wider Finance team

About You

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related subject (or AAT-qualified)
• Strong interest in building a long-term accounting career
• Excellent attention to detail and time management skills
• Confident communicator and team player
• Some relevant experience is essential

You will have effective time management skills and be able to prioritise important tasks. You will be dynamic and motivated and be open to change due to the fast-paced and constantly evolving environment and you will have the desire to learn and develop to take on further responsibilities in the future. You must be commutable to the Wigan area.

What s on offer

• Competitive salary: £30,000 - £35,000
• Full study support for AAT, ACCA, or CIMA
• Supportive, team-focused culture in a modern office environment