Details:
- Salary: £32,000 - 36,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Contract
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Manchester Greater Manchester
- Date: 1 day ago
Description:
Assistant Financial Accountant (12-Month Fixed-Term Contract)
???? Manchester (Hybrid Working)
???? £32,000 - £36,000 + Study Support
Immediate start required. Applicants must be available to commence employment at short notice or be immediately available.
Are you a part-qualified accountant actively studying towards ACCA or CIMA and looking to further develop your experience within an international finance environment?
We're recruiting for an Assistant Financial Accountant to join a well-established finance team supporting operations across Europe and the Middle East. This 12-month fixed-term contract offers excellent exposure to financial reporting, statutory accounting, compliance and month-end processes within a global business.
The Role
Reporting to the Financial Accountant, responsibilities will include:
Assisting with month-end and quarter-end close activities
Preparing and posting journals
Producing balance sheet reconciliations and investigating discrepancies
Preparing fee and intercompany reconciliations
Supporting intercompany invoicing and settlements
Assisting with monthly reporting packs for local accountants
Supporting VAT returns and wider compliance reporting
Assisting with statutory accounts and audit processes
Liaising with external advisors, auditors and internal stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions
Supporting finance projects and process improvementsAbout You
To be considered, you will ideally have:
Part-qualified ACCA or CIMA status
Be actively studying towards your qualification (essential)
3-5 years' finance experience within industry
Experience supporting month-end processes and balance sheet reconciliations
Strong Excel skills and confidence working with large datasets
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Experience within a multi-site or international business would be advantageous
Be immediately available or able to start within a short notice periodWhat's on Offer?
✅ £32,000 - £36,000 salary depending on experience
✅ Hybrid working arrangement
✅ Study support package
✅ Exposure to international accounting and reporting activities
✅ Collaborative and supportive finance team
✅ Excellent opportunity to broaden your technical accounting experience
Please note: due to the immediate requirement of the business, priority will be given to candidates who are available to start immediately or within a short notice period