Assistant Accountant

Position: Assistant Accountant (Permanent)
Location: Enderby

Assistant Accountant
South Leicester
Salary: £33,000 - £40,000 + Study Support
Full Time, Permanent

We are proud to be working with a prestigious and growing international client in South Leicester who are seeking a talented Assistant Accountant to join their finance team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a central role in international cash accounting operations within a business that values innovation, continuous improvement, and professional development.

As an Assistant Accountant, you will be instrumental in maintaining the integrity of financial data while supporting the evolution and improvement of processes across multiple international entities.

The Role:

- Reconciliation
- Manage customer payments and VAT across multiple international entities
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies efficiently and accurately
- Forecasting & Reporting
- Support the accuracy of tender cost reporting at both country and entity level
- Cash Flow Management
- Monitor daily cash inflows from payment providers
- Ensure accurate and timely recording of transactions
- Foreign Exchange
- Accurately record and report FX impacts relating to third-party settlements
- Audit Support
- Deliver audit sampling and support smooth local entity audits
- Relationship Management
- Work closely with third-party providers to ensure compliance with agreed contract rates and settlement timings
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Build strong, collaborative relationships with colleagues across the wider business

About You:

We are looking for a proactive, part-qualified accountant who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

You will bring:
- Part-Qualified Status (ACCA/CIMA/ACA or equivalent) with relevant accounting experience
- Adaptability - comfortable managing conflicting priorities in an evolving business
- Initiative - a self-starter with confidence to take ownership and contribute to decision-making
- Results-Driven Mindset - strong communication skills with a desire to make a tangible impact
- Strong Problem-Solving Skills - able to simplify complex issues and identify opportunities for process improvement

What's on

Offer:

- Study support to progress your professional qualification
- Exposure to international finance operations
- A collaborative and forward-thinking environment
- The opportunity to grow with a business that embraces change and innovation

If you are an ambitious Assistant Accountant looking to take the next step in your career within a dynamic international business, we would love to hear from you