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Assistant Accountant

Leeds Temporary £30,000 - £30,000 per year View Job Description
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Assistant Accountant to join a finance team on a 12-month fixed term contract to provide maternity cover.This role sits within a central finance function and supports the month-end close process, balance sheet control, and financial compliance across the organisation.
  • Gain hands-on month-end and reporting experience in a fast-paced team
  • Hybrid working, strong benefits, and opportunity to develop skills

About Our Client

This organisation operates within a professional services environment, delivering specialist services to a diverse client base. It is part of a wider group structure with operations across multiple regions.

The business is committed to high standards of service delivery, governance, and continuous improvement, offering employees the opportunity to develop within a collaborative and supportive environment.

Job Description

  • Support the month-end close process, including preparation and posting of accrals, prepayments, and journals
  • Prepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliations, investigating and resolving reconciling items
  • Assist with intercompany accounting processes
  • Ensure accurate and timely processing of financial transactions in line with internal controls
  • Support the preparation of balance sheet schedules and supporting documentation
  • Analyse monthly financial data and identify variances or anomalies
  • Contribute to process improvements, including efficiency and automation initiatives

The Successful Applicant

  • Part-qualified (ACCA, CIMA, AAT or equivalent) or actively studying
  • Experience in a month-end focused accounting role
  • Understanding of financial controls and working within a structured environment
  • Strong Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Experience with ERP systems is desirable
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines
  • Confident communicator with strong stakeholder engagement skills
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
  • Bonus scheme
  • Pension contribution
  • Life assurance and income protection
  • Private medical cover (or similar healthcare benefits)
  • Flexible benefits package
  • Employee wellbeing support and assistance programmes
  • Hybrid working arrangements
Contact
Danielle Simpson
Quote job ref
JN-022026-6957584
Phone number
+441132437719

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Part Qualified Accounting Jobs
Sector
Business Services
Location
Leeds
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Danielle Simpson
Consultant phone
+441132437719
Job reference
JN-022026-6957584