Assistant Accountant

Elevation Accountancy & Finance are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced and detail-oriented Assistant Accountant. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking and dynamic business, supporting their finance function with a broad range of responsibilities.

This role is ideal for a motivated individual with a strong foundation in accounting who is looking to take the next step in their career, with exposure to both core finance activities and strategic financial reporting.

• Supporting the Finance Manager with financial data analysis and reporting
• Assisting in the preparation of financial statements and maintenance of accurate financial records
• Supporting internal and external audit processes and ensuring compliance with financial procedures
• Managing prepayments and accruals
• Reconciling bank statements and resolving discrepancies
• Assisting with month-end and year-end close procedures
• Conducting financial analysis to support business decisions
• Providing cover for the Accounts Assistant when required

• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial regulations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Confident user of accounting software packages
• High level of IT literacy, including intermediate Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUPs)
  
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Basic knowledge of HR or payroll processes would be advantageous

• A varied and engaging role with opportunities for development
• A supportive and inclusive working environment
• Competitive salary and benefits package

If this looks like a role of interest then please apply now.