Assistant Accountant

We're on the lookout for an enthusiastic Assistant Accountant to join a small, welcoming team in a role designed with progression in mind. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a dual role, combining finance tasks (approximately 70-80% of your responsibilities) with valuable administrative support. Full training and ongoing support will be provided to ensure you thrive and grow in this exciting position.

Key Responsibilities for the Assistant Accountant

• Process invoices and assist with payment runs (Accounts Payable)
• Support credit control and set up new customer accounts (Accounts Receivable)
• Reconcile bank accounts and company credit card transactions
• Prepare and submit VAT returns for UK and French entities (with guidance)
• Assist with payroll preparation for submission to an outsourced bureau
• Help with budgets, monthly reconciliations, and finance reports
• Support month-end processes and reporting
• Process sales orders, invoices, and credit notes
• Respond to customer calls and emails
• Maintain sales records and reports
• Liaise with production and dispatch teams as required
• Provide general admin support, including filing and post handling

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

• AAT qualification and willing to study CIMA/ACCA
• Some administration experience
• A good level of MS Office skills, particularly Excel
• Strong attention to detail, organisational skills, and ability to multitask
• A team player with excellent communication skills
• Looking to progress into Accountant/Finance Manager

Benefits for the Assistant Accountant

• Salary up to £32,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Study support
• Hours: 8am-4:45pm (45-minute lunch)
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension
• Life Insurance
• Office-based (no hybrid working)
• Progression and learning opportunities

If you thrive in a varied role and enjoy working in a close-knit team, we'd love to hear from you