Details:
- Salary: £30,000 - 35,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Leeds West Yorkshire
- Date: 2 days ago
Description:
Assistant Accountant
Leeds | £30,000 - £35,000
Hybrid
Are you an ambitious finance professional looking to take the next step in your career? We are partnering with an exciting and rapidly growing Leeds-based business that is looking to appoint an Assistant Accountant to support its expanding finance function.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic organisation where your contribution will be valued, your development supported, and your career progression encouraged. Working closely with a knowledgeable finance team, you'll gain broad exposure across management accounts, reporting, and financial analysis whilst playing a key role in the company's continued growth.
The Role
As Assistant Accountant, you'll support the day-to-day running of the finance department and assist with producing accurate financial information to support business decision-making.
Key Responsibilities:
* Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts
* Producing balance sheet reconciliations and investigating variances
* Supporting month-end and year-end close processes
* Accruals, prepayments, and journal postings
* Assisting with cash flow forecasting and reporting
* Supporting budgeting and forecasting activities
* Processing and reconciling bank transactions
* Maintaining fixed asset registers
* Assisting with VAT returns and statutory reporting requirements
* Producing financial reports and analysis for senior management
* Supporting external audits and liaising with stakeholders
* Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes and controls
About You
We're looking for a proactive and driven individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and wants to develop their finance career.
Ideally you'll have:
* Previous experience in an Assistant Accountant, Accounts Assistant, or Finance Assistant role
* AAT qualified and studying towards ACCA/CIMA (or looking to start)
* Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial systems
* Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills
* Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships across the business
* A positive, can-do attitude and a willingness to learn
What's in it for You?
✅ Salary of £30,000 - £35,000
✅ Genuine career progression opportunities
✅ Exposure to a wide range of finance responsibilities
✅ Supportive and collaborative team environment
Apply Today
If you're looking for a role where you can develop your skills, take on greater responsibility, and be part of an ambitious growth journey, we'd love to hear from you