Assistant Accountant

KCR are excited to be working with this successful and business based in Middlesbrough. Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, you will become an integral part of a busy finance team, supporting the production of accurate financial information across multiple business entities.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts to trial balance stage


• Post and reconcile journals


• Accruals and prepayments


• Complete monthly bank reconciliations


• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and maintain supporting schedules


• Maintain the fixed asset register and process depreciation journals


• Support cashflow monitoring and reporting activities


• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes


• Ensure purchase ledger and sales ledger transactions are accurately reflected within the accounts


• Assist in maintaining robust financial controls and procedures


• Provide ad hoc support to the Finance Manager and wider finance team

Candidate Requirements

• Strong understanding of month-end processes


• Ability to work confidently to trial balance stage


• Good Excel skills and experience using accounting software


• Organised and detail-oriented with strong analytical skills


• Ability to manage deadlines and prioritise workload effectively


• Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to problem solving

This is an ideal opportunity for an ambitious finance professional seeking a broad Assistant Accountant position with genuine exposure to management accounting responsibilities and clear career development opportunities.