Junior Accountant

Michael Page; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Junior Accountant to support the accounting and finance team across the UK. You will assist with financial statements, month-end close, and balance sheet reconciliations while maintaining accurate ledgers and documentation.

The role requires part-qualified ACCA/CIMA/ACA or equivalent experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work well within a collaborative team environment. A competitive salary is offered with clear progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Part-qualified ACCA/CIMA/ACA or qualified by experience.
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Experience with SAP and Oracle or similar accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial work.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other relevant software.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing financial statements and reports.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Posting journals, accruals and prepayments.
• Bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Maintaining general ledger.
• Reconcile accounts and ensure accuracy in financial records.
• Monitor budgets and track expenses.
• Provide support during internal and external audits.
• Maintain financial data and ensure proper documentation.
• Collaborate with the finance team on various ad-hoc projects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Team collaboration

Excel proficiency

Education

Part-qualified ACCA/CIMA/ACA or qualified by experience

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

This Junior Accountant role supports the accounting and finance team. You will be involved in essential financial tasks that help keep the business running smoothly.

Client Details

This role is with a successful company that operates across the UK and has a supportive and dynamic team.

Description

• Assist with preparing financial statements and reports.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Posting journals, accruals and prepayments.
• Bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Maintaining general ledger.
• Reconcile accounts and ensure accuracy in financial records.
• Monitor budgets and track expenses.
• Provide support during internal and external audits.
• Maintain financial data and ensure proper documentation.
• Collaborate with the finance team on various ad-hoc projects.

Profile

A successful Junior Accountant should have:

• Part-qualified status in a recognised accounting qualification (e.g. ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or be qualified by experience.
• A solid understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Experience working with accounting software and tools similar to SAP and Oracle.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial work.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other relevant software.

Job Offer

• Salary ranging from £40,000 to £45,000, dependent on the level of experience.