Trainee Management Accountant

Your New Role

Are you ready to kick-start or advance your accounting career?
Our client is looking for a motivated Assistant Accountant to join their small, dynamic finance team. This role offers an excellent opportunity for graduates or part-qualified professionals looking to grow in a supportive environment with study support provided.As an Assistant Accountant, you will play a vital role in financial operations, ensuring accuracy in reporting, reconciliations, and budgeting. You will work closely with the senior accountants and contribute to business decision-making through financial analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts
• VAT Returns
• Perform bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations
• Support accounts payable and receivable functions
• Prepare financial reports and assist with budgeting
• Help with month-end and year-end closing processes
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis to support business decisions

Key Requirements

• Graduate or part-qualified (AAT/CIMA)
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently
• Strong communication skills to collaborate within a small team
• Ambition to progress within the company

Why Join Us?

• Study support to help you achieve your qualifications
• Career progression opportunities within a growing team
• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Flexible working arrangements available upon request
• 37.5 hour working week - Monday through Friday
• 28 Days holiday plus BH
• Pension Scheme

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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