Company Details and Job Overview:Kenton Black Finance are exclusively supporting a privately owned business to strengthen their finance function by appointing a new Assistant Accountant. Established for 65+ years, current turnover is in the £25m region, with further growth forecasted through acquisition.Working in a friendly team of 5 finance staff, this is a newly created role which offers excellent exposure across all areas of finance. Key Benefits/ Rewards on Offer:• Office based role with flexibility on start and finish times• Study support if required• Free gym membership and use of leisure facilities for yourself and your family• Discount scheme• Company pension• Ongoing training and development with career progression opportunities• Casual/relaxed dress code and working environmentYour New Role as Assistant Accountant:Reporting to the Finance Director, as Assistant Accountant duties will include:• Assisting with monthly management accounts preparation and reporting• Bank reconciliations• Maintaining the fixed asset register• Supporting with cash flow reporting• Intercompany accounts reconciliation• Producing stock valuation reports• Supporting with payroll preparation and processing• Providing support with purchase ledger and credit control as and when requiredExperience & Qualifications Required to Apply:The ideal candidate will be studying CIMA/ACCA or be AAT qualified (a study package will be offered to the successful candidate). Good grounding exposure to accounting processes are required with the desire to build on existing skills across all areas of finance. Good Excel and data handling/analysis skills are also required.This vacancy is being handled by Rachel Holland at Kenton Black Finance.Kenton Black Finance operate across the UK as a market leading recruitment partner, specialising in the attraction of finance talent across both permanent and interim requirements. With a team of dedicated experts, each with longevity operating in the finance arena, we maintain a proven track record and have established partnerships with businesses both large, small and those in their infancy. As market leaders, we provide recruitment solutions from entry level finance to directorship professionals. Operating from local offices in Preston, Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Birmingham and Glasgow, Kenton Black Finance remain a dynamic and effective recruitment partner who represent and attract only the finest finance talent in the local area and across the UK.
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Kenton Black Finance
Posted 16 hours ago, valid for 16 days
Carnforth, Cumbria LA6 2AH, England
ÂŁ24,000 - ÂŁ28,800 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- Kenton Black Finance is seeking an Assistant Accountant for a privately owned business that has been established for over 65 years and has a turnover of approximately ÂŁ25 million.
- The role offers flexibility in start and finish times, study support, free gym membership, and opportunities for ongoing training and career progression.
- Key responsibilities include assisting with monthly management accounts, bank reconciliations, maintaining the fixed asset register, and supporting payroll processing.
- Candidates should be studying CIMA/ACCA or be AAT qualified, with a solid understanding of accounting processes and good Excel skills.
- The salary for this position is competitive, and applicants are expected to have relevant experience in finance.
