Assistant Accountant

Castleford | Up to £35,000 DOE | Hybrid Working | Study Support

Looking to build on your accounting experience in a role that offers genuine variety and a clear route into Management Accounting?

I'm working with a growing and financially stable business that's continuing to invest in both its people and its future. As part of its ongoing growth, they're looking to appoint an Assistant Accountant to join a close-knit finance team, offering the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility and develop into a Management Accountant over time.

The Opportunity

Working closely with senior members of the finance team, you'll become involved in the month-end process, financial reporting and balance sheet management, whilst supporting multiple entities across the wider business.

The role offers excellent exposure across finance and would suit someone who enjoys understanding the numbers, improving their technical accounting knowledge and taking ownership of their work. With continued mentoring and study support available, there is a clear pathway into a Management Accountant position.

What you'll be doing

Preparing bank and balance sheet reconciliations
Reviewing the trial balance and nominal ledger
Producing and posting month-end journals
Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts
Preparing VAT returns
Supporting the accounts for smaller overseas entities
Providing purchase and sales ledger support where required
Assisting with year-end audit preparation
Producing financial reports and analysis for the wider finance team
Supporting the Head of Finance on a variety of ad hoc projects

About you

This role would suit someone who is keen to continue developing their accounting career and is looking for a business that will invest in their progression.

You'll ideally have:

AAT qualification
Around three years' experience within a finance role, and have gained exposure to accruals, prepayments, journals and balance sheet reconciliations
Strong Excel skills
A solid understanding of month-end accounting processes
Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach

The environment

You'll be joining a successful business that's continuing to grow through ongoing investment and innovation. The finance team is approachable, supportive and works closely together, giving you the opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues whilst taking on increasing responsibility as your confidence grows.

If you're looking for a role where you can continue learning, broaden your experience and work towards becoming a Management Accountant, this could be an excellent next step.

The reward

Salary up to £35,000 DOE
CIMA or ACCA study support following probation
Genuine progression into a Management Accountant role
Hybrid working - 3 days in the office/ 2 from home
25 days holiday + birthday off
Supportive and collaborative finance team
Opportunity to work across multiple entities
Stable, growing business with long-term career prospects