Hybrid Interim Assistant Accountant – Manufacturing (12m+ age)

Trial Balance Consulting; Truro; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Trial Balance Consulting are recruiting on behalf of a specialist manufacturer on the outskirts of Truro for an experienced Assistant Accountant on a temporary basis. The role is full-time with a hybrid working arrangement, reporting to a Finance Manager within a small finance team.

The duties include monthly management accounts, accruals/prepayments, variance analysis, balance sheet reconciliations and year-end audit prep. A minimum of 12 months' experience and strong Excel skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 12 months of experience at Accounts Assistant or Assistant Accountant level.
• Manufacturing background is preferred but not essential.
• AAT qualification or equivalent QBE exposure is desirable.
• Strong IT aptitude and good spreadsheet skills are essential.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for liaising with department heads.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts.
• Handling accruals and prepayments.
• Performing variance analysis and budget reviews.
• Monitoring accounts payable and PO allocations.
• Assisting with aged debt management.
• Balance sheet and account reconciliations.
• Assisting in year-end audit preparations.

Skills

Spreadsheet skills

Interpersonal skills

IT aptitude

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

Excel

Job description

Trial Balance Consulting are recruiting on behalf of a specialist manufacturer on the outskirts of Truro for an experienced Assistant Accountant on a temporary basis. The role is full-time with a hybrid working arrangement, reporting to a Finance Manager within a small finance team.

The duties include monthly management accounts, accruals/prepayments, variance analysis, balance sheet reconciliations and year-end audit prep. A minimum of 12 months' experience and strong Excel skills are essential.