Assistant Accountant

Alexander Daniels are working with a growing business who are seeking a skilled and proactive Assistant Accountant to join their finance team, reporting directly to the Finance Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a growing multi-site organisation. This is a full time/office based position.

The business is currently undertaking a significant transformation programme, including major capital investment projects and the continued development of its finance function. Recent initiatives include the implementation of a new ERP finance system, process automation projects, and ongoing improvements across financial reporting and controls. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to these developments whilst gaining broad exposure across the organisation.

• Responsibility for the accounting and analysis of various profit and loss account lines.
• Reconciliation and review of balance sheet accounts.
• Completion of bank reconciliations and review of trade receivables and payables.
• Supporting year-end audit processes and statutory reporting requirements.
• Assisting with the development and improvement of finance processes and internal controls.
• Identifying opportunities to improve efficiency through automation, AI tools, and technology-driven solutions.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting processes across the business.
• Assist in the development and enhancement of budgeting procedures.
• Produce and maintain KPIs, dashboards, and management reporting.
• Monitor business performance against agreed targets and key metrics.
• Provide financial analysis and insight on operational and financial performance.
• Produce and present key financial reports to stakeholders across the organisation.
• Support non-finance managers in understanding and improving business performance.
• Develop strong working relationships across departments to drive informed decision-making.

• Previous experience in a Management Accounting, Assistant Accountant, or similar finance role.
• Good understanding of balance sheet reconciliations and month-end accounting procedures.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience working with large datasets.
• Experience within a multi-site environment would be advantageous.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organisation.
• Part-qualified ACCA or CIMA preferred.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.