Assistant Accountant
Part-Time, Permanent
Cannock
£32,000 - £35,000 (Pro-Rata)
 
Are you an experienced finance professional looking for a role where you can really make an impact?
 
I am recruiting on behalf of a thriving business in Cannock that’s searching for a confident, hands-on Assistant Accountant to join their family.
 
This is a varied, hands-on role where you’ll be a key player in the day-to-day running of the finance department, with exposure to reporting, compliance, payroll and more. Perfect for someone who enjoys taking ownership and adding value.
 
What you’ll be doing:
 
Assist with the preparation of monthly management accountsSupport budgeting, forecasting, and financial planningCompile financial reports and present findings to senior managementReview and monitor company financial performance, highlighting areas for cost reductionPrepare statutory accounts and support external auditsProcess payroll and manage related HMRC complianceHandle accruals, prepayments, and general ledger entriesConduct financial analysis to identify trends and inform strategyAssist with accounts payable/receivable and maintaining ledgersMonitor compliance with financial regulations and standards 
What we’re looking for:
 
5+ years’ experience in a finance/accounting roleExperience processing payroll and managing related tax filingsAAT qualified or working towards ACCA/CIMAAdvanced Excel skills and confident using Sage or similar accounting software