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Assistant Accountant

£15 - £20 per hour
Full-time
Job Title: Assistant Accountant

Location: Warrington (WA1)

Pay Rate: £15 - £20 p/hr (DOE)

Shifts: Mon - Fri 09:00-17:00hrs (100% office based role)

Contract: Temporary Ongoing

We are currently recruiting for an Assistant Accountant for our client to be office based in the Woolston area of Warrington. 

As the Assistant Accountant, your duties will be:

  • Review & Approve supplier invoices and payments.

    • Review & Approve Purchase orders.

    • Prepare journal entries.

    • Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.

    • Reconcile balance sheet accounts.

    • Assist with finance administration and finance reconciliations.

    • Processing post received at the office.

    • Generate regular financial reports and management information.

    • Monitor financial transactions to ensure compliance with company policies.

    • Support external and internal audit requirements by providing documentation and explanations.

    • Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems.

    • Assist in the preparation of management accounts.

    • Investigate and resolve accounting queries from internal and external stakeholders.

    • Support continuous improvement of finance processes and controls.

    • Work closely with colleagues across departments to ensure accurate financial information.

    • Completion of ONS surveys.

    • Assist the business controller with Ad-hoc finance tasks.

The successful Assistant Accountant will have the following skills;

  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

    • Good numerical and analytical skills.

    • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems.

    • Understanding of accounting principles and financial controls.

    • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

    • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

    • Problem-solving and investigative abilities.

    • High level of integrity and confidentiality.

Vacancy posted 14 days ago
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