Assistant Accountant- Project and Costing

NXTGEN are proud to be representing a growing business in Retford.

We are seeking an Assistant Accountant to join a busy finance team and support day-to-day accounting operations. The role involves maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, assisting with reporting, and supporting the wider team in ensuring smooth financial management across the business.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records across all systems
• Record and reconcile labour, project, and operational costs
• Allocate and track unassigned costs to the correct departments or projects
• Prepare payment forecasts, including foreign currency transactions where needed
• Review account balances and prepare monthly summaries and statements
• Monitor invoices and payments, following up on overdue items and updating expected dates
• Assist with budget monitoring and cost tracking throughout projects
• Support internal controls and assist with routine financial reporting
• Collaborate with external accountants on day-to-day queries
• Support month-end and year-end procedures, including account reconciliations and stock/asset tracking
• Assist with project financial close-outs and reporting tasks
• Check supplier payments for accuracy and compliance with purchase orders

• Previous experience in finance or accounting administration
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail
• Confident handling of confidential financial information
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities efficiently
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Comfortable working independently and within a team
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Clear verbal and written communication skills

• Experience in project-based accounting or cost allocation
• Previous experience in manufacturing or engineering environments
• Full training will be provided for the successful candidate

• Salary:£30,000–£35,000 per year
• Hours:
  
  40 hours per week (08:30–17:00)
• Pension:
  
  Company contributes 3% of salary; employees contribute 4%
• Holiday:25 days annual leave plus UK Bank Holidays (33 days total), plus birthday leave
• Enhanced company sick pay