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Assistant Accountant

Assistant Accountant

Posted 2 weeks ago by HAYS on JobServe

Job Description: The Assistant Accountant role is a 9-month fixed-term contract based in Nottingham, focusing on maternity cover within a dynamic finance team. The position involves supporting the Finance Management team in producing monthly management accounts and delivering financial insights. The role offers hybrid working options after performance is established, allowing for flexibility in work arrangements. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and strong attention to detail to thrive in this high-performing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage financials for two subsidiaries within the group
  • Perform balance sheet reconciliations (accruals, bank accounts, client accounts)
  • Review and submit VAT returns
  • Complete month-end duties for subsidiaries and the wider group
  • Handle departmental accounting
  • Conduct nominal and departmental costing reviews
  • Assist with external audit preparation
  • Support forecasting and data analysis
  • Contribute to ad hoc finance projects

Skills Required:

  • AAT qualification preferred (or equivalent experience)
  • Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
  • Proactive approach with the ability to identify and resolve issues
  • Team player with strong communication skills
  • Proficiency in finance systems, including Sage 50, Xero, and Excel

Salary (Rate): £30,000 yearly

City: Nottingham

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: fixed-term

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

Assistant Accountant Job - Based in Nottingham for 9 month fixed-term Contract

Assistant Accountant (9-Month Maternity Cover)
Location: Nottingham
Salary: From £30,000 per annum
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week (typically 9am-5pm, 1-hour lunch)
Hybrid Working: Up to 2 days WFH once performance is established
Contract: Fixed-term (9 months)

About the Role:
Hays is recruiting on behalf of a dynamic, multi-site business based in Nottingham for a 9-month maternity cover position. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performing finance team.
As Assistant Accountant, you'll support the Finance Management team in producing monthly management accounts and delivering key financial insights across the business.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage financials for two subsidiaries within the group
  • Perform balance sheet reconciliations (accruals, bank accounts, client accounts)
  • Review and submit VAT returns
  • Complete month-end duties for subsidiaries and the wider group
  • Handle departmental accounting
  • Conduct nominal and departmental costing reviews
  • Assist with external audit preparation
  • Support forecasting and data analysis
  • Contribute to ad hoc finance projects

What We're Looking For:

AAT qualification preferred (or equivalent experience)
Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
Proactive approach with the ability to identify and resolve issues
Team player with strong communication skills
Proficiency in finance systems, including Sage 50, Xero, and Excel

Why Join Us?
Competitive salary
Gain exposure to a wide range of accounting functions
Enjoy flexible hybrid working options
Work in a supportive and collaborative environment

Rate:

Negotiable

Location:

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, UK

IR35 Status:

Fixed-Term

Remote Status:

Hybrid

Industry:

Other

Seniority Level:

Not Specified

Job Description: The Assistant Accountant role is a 9-month fixed-term contract based in Nottingham, focusing on maternity cover within a dynamic finance team. The position involves supporting the Finance Management team in producing monthly management accounts and delivering financial insights. The role offers hybrid working options after performance is established, allowing for flexibility in work arrangements. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and strong attention to detail to thrive in this high-performing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage financials for two subsidiaries within the group
  • Perform balance sheet reconciliations (accruals, bank accounts, client accounts)
  • Review and submit VAT returns
  • Complete month-end duties for subsidiaries and the wider group
  • Handle departmental accounting
  • Conduct nominal and departmental costing reviews
  • Assist with external audit preparation
  • Support forecasting and data analysis
  • Contribute to ad hoc finance projects

Skills Required:

  • AAT qualification preferred (or equivalent experience)
  • Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
  • Proactive approach with the ability to identify and resolve issues
  • Team player with strong communication skills
  • Proficiency in finance systems, including Sage 50, Xero, and Excel

Salary (Rate): £30,000 yearly

City: Nottingham

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: fixed-term

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

Assistant Accountant Job - Based in Nottingham for 9 month fixed-term Contract

Assistant Accountant (9-Month Maternity Cover)
Location: Nottingham
Salary: From £30,000 per annum
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week (typically 9am-5pm, 1-hour lunch)
Hybrid Working: Up to 2 days WFH once performance is established
Contract: Fixed-term (9 months)

About the Role:
Hays is recruiting on behalf of a dynamic, multi-site business based in Nottingham for a 9-month maternity cover position. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performing finance team.
As Assistant Accountant, you'll support the Finance Management team in producing monthly management accounts and delivering key financial insights across the business.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage financials for two subsidiaries within the group
  • Perform balance sheet reconciliations (accruals, bank accounts, client accounts)
  • Review and submit VAT returns
  • Complete month-end duties for subsidiaries and the wider group
  • Handle departmental accounting
  • Conduct nominal and departmental costing reviews
  • Assist with external audit preparation
  • Support forecasting and data analysis
  • Contribute to ad hoc finance projects

What We're Looking For:

AAT qualification preferred (or equivalent experience)
Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
Proactive approach with the ability to identify and resolve issues
Team player with strong communication skills
Proficiency in finance systems, including Sage 50, Xero, and Excel

Why Join Us?
Competitive salary
Gain exposure to a wide range of accounting functions
Enjoy flexible hybrid working options
Work in a supportive and collaborative environment

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