Assistant Accountant

Assistant Accountant | Permanent | up to £35,000 | Location – Initially Worcester but then full-time Kidderminster (office based)

My client is in the manufacturing sector

My client is looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Accountant who brings energy, curiosity and a genuine desire to learn. This is a dynamic role that offers variety, responsibility and real scope to grow. You’ll play a hands‑on role in day to day, helping to keep our financial operations accurate, timely and efficient. You will become part of a skilled and experienced finance team who are diligent, conscientious and committed, whilst being warm and supportive, offering a nurturing environment where you can learn, develop, and thrive.

• Support the month end close process, analysing transactions and preparing required journals with supporting schedules
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including cash allocation, bank payments, PO creation, requisitions and collections.
• Maintain ledgers and balance sheet reconciliations bank / AR / AP / other balance sheet accounts (including intercompany)
• Assist with VAT / indirect tax returns and ensure compliance with UK and ROI reporting requirements
• Help prepare management accounts and variance analysis for group reporting
• Support with statutory accounts preparation and necessary compliance filings
• Assist with asset registers and depreciation schedules
• Assist with the annual audit process
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, tax regulations, and other financial reporting requirements
• Processing of expenses and mileage claims
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to provide financial insights and support business operations

• 2+ years of experience in a similar assistant accounting role
• Practical experience of using accounting principles, standards, and practices
• Experience and confidence using financial software
• Passionate about a career in finance
• Strong communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Curiosity, proactivity, resourcefulness and being a positive team player
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development
• AAT qualified, or studying towards would be an advantage