Assistant Accountant

Your new company
We are currently working with a well-established and growing organisation based in Quinton, Birmingham, who are looking to recruit an Assistant Accountant to join their friendly and collaborative finance team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a part-qualified or experienced Assistant Accountant to gain broad exposure across month-end and management accounting, working closely with senior members of the finance team.
Your new role

Preparation and posting of journals, including accruals and prepayments
Supporting the month-end close process
Performing balance sheet and control account reconciliations
Assisting in the production of monthly management accounts, including P&L reporting and variance analysis
Supporting cash flow reporting and forecasting activities
Assisting with budgeting processes and annual planning
Preparing audit schedules and supporting external audit requirements
Working cross-functionally to resolve queries and improve financial processesWhat you'll need to succeed

Previous experience in an Assistant Accountant / Accounts Assistant / Finance Assistant role
Strong understanding of month-end processes, including journals and reconciliations
Exposure to management accounts or financial reporting
Studying towards AAT / ACCA / CIMA (desirable but not essential)
Strong attention to detail with good organisational skills
Proactive, team-oriented mindset with a willingness to learn and developWhat you'll get in return

Salary of £32,000 - £35,000
Hybrid working - 3 days in the office / 2 from home
Competitive pension contribution
25 days holiday + bank holidays
A supportive environment with clear progression opportunities into Management AccountingWhat you need to do now

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