Junior Accountant

Location: Kirkby in Ashfield

Junior Accountant:

Location:

Kirkby in Ashfield, Nottinghamshire
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Salary:
Up to £32,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Launch Your Accounting Career with a Growing Business

We are looking for an ambitious and detail-oriented Junior Accountant to join our expanding finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking hands-on experience across a broad range of accounting functions while developing their professional skills within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Whether you are a recent graduate or currently studying towards a professional accounting qualification, this role offers valuable exposure to bookkeeping, payroll, management accounts, financial reporting, and business analysis.

Key Responsibilities

* Maintain accurate financial records, including processing invoices, receipts, payments, and other transactions

* Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports

* Support payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant regulations

* Reconcile bank accounts and investigate discrepancies

* Monitor project financial performance, including budgets, costs, and profitability

* Produce sales and performance analysis reports to support business decision-making

* Assist with month-end and year-end accounting processes

* Provide financial analysis and ad-hoc reporting for senior management

* Support continuous improvement of finance processes and controls

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

* A degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline, or be actively studying towards AAT, ACCA, or CIMA

* Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills

* Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy

* Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel

* Strong organisational and time-management abilities

* The confidence to work independently and as part of a team

* A positive attitude and willingness to learn

Desirable Experience

* Previous bookkeeping or finance experience

* Payroll administration experience

* Experience using accounting software

* Exposure to management accounts and financial reporting

* Understanding of project costing, budgeting, and profitability analysis

What We Offer

* Competitive salary up to £32,000 depending on experience

* Ongoing training and professional development

* Support towards AAT, ACCA, or CIMA qualifications

* Friendly and supportive team environment

* Genuine career progression opportunities

* Exposure to a wide range of accounting and finance activities

Apply Now

If you are looking to build a successful career in accounting and want to join a business that will invest in your development, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV along with a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role