Assistant Accountant

Assistant Accountant

Location: Outskirts of Warwick
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Assistant Accountant to join a successful multi-company organisation based on the outskirts of Warwick. Operating across a diverse range of business sectors, this is a varied and hands-on role offering significant responsibility and exposure to multiple business operations.

Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the finance function across the group.

Key Responsibilities

Preparation of monthly management accounts

Completion and submission of VAT returns

Supporting the CFO with financial reporting and analysis

Processing and maintaining accurate financial records

Managing file uploads and data imports

Producing mail merges and business correspondence

Assisting with finance administration across multiple companies

Liaising with internal stakeholders and external advisors as required

Ensuring compliance with relevant financial regulations and procedures

Skills & Experience Required

Minimum AAT Level 4 qualification (preferred)

At least 5 years' experience preparing management accounts (preferred)

Strong understanding of VAT processes and returns

Excellent IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

Experience with file uploads, data management and mail merges

Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively

Excellent communication and organisational skills

High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Experience working with a variety of accounting software packages would be a distinct advantage

Knowledge of Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) submissions would be beneficial

What We're Looking For

We are seeking a self-motivated, proactive individual who can think independently and take ownership of their responsibilities. The ideal candidate will be confident working in a fast-paced environment and capable of handling a broad range of accounting duties across multiple businesses.

Benefits

Competitive salary of £40,000 - £45,000 per year

Company pension scheme

On-site parking

Stable, permanent position within a growing organisation

Diverse and interesting workload across multiple sectors

Working Hours

Monday to Friday
8:30am – 5:00pm
(1-hour unpaid lunch break)

Location

The office is conveniently located on the outskirts of Warwick, with easy access from the M40 and A46. This is a full-time, office-based position.

If you are an experienced Assistant Accountant looking for a varied role with responsibility and career stability, we would love to hear from you
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed