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Assistant Accountant

Assistant Accountant

SJC Partners

Posted 14 hours ago, valid for 7 days

Bolton, Lancashire BL4 0AP, England

£24,000 - £28,800 per annum

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

SJC Partners is hiring an Assistant Accountant for a 12-month fixed-term contract in Farnworth, with the possibility of becoming permanent.
The role involves supporting the Senior Management Team and managing the company's financial activities on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
Candidates must have previous finance experience and familiarity with budgeting, forecasting, and ideally Xero.
The salary for this position is competitive, though the specific amount is not disclosed in the job listing.
Applicants should possess strong attention to detail, time management skills, and the ability to work independently within a team.

SJC Partners are delighted to be hiring for an Assistant Accountant on behalf of a growing company based in Farnworth for a 12 month fixed term contract with the potential to go permanent.

The purpose of the role will be supporting the Senior Management Team and overseeing the business's daily, weekly, and monthly financial activities. Previous experience is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

Processing and automating weekly and month-end pay runs.
Producing accurate monthly and quarterly management reports for senior management.
Maintaining up-to-date sales and purchase ledgers.
Ensuring the accounting system is regularly updated with receipts and expenses.
Performing ad-hoc financial tasks to support the company’s operations.
Providing accurate and up-to-date financial forecasts.
Collaborating with external accountants to complete month and year-end paperwork.

Skills and Experience:

Previous finance experience.
Budgeting and forecasting expertise.
Familiarity with Xero is advantageous.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
Accountability and reliability, with a strong sense of integrity.
AAT qualification (or equivalent) is desired but not essential.
Excellent attention to detail, time management skills, and the ability to suggest improvements.
Ability to work independently while being part of the management team.

This is a full-time role, with early finishes on Fridays, based in a brand new office space.

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