Assistant Accountant

apartmentMichael Page placeWidnes calendar_month 

About Our Client

A very rare opportunity has arisen for someone to join a manufacturing business in Widnes, part of a small finance team reporting into the head of finance. Seeking a studier towards AAT, CIMA, ACCA who they can carry through studies to support and help progress their career.

Getting involved in month end, budgets - fantastic exposure to finance.

Job Description
  • Preparation and processing of month end journals - accruals, prepayments and re-allocation of costs
  • Month end stock reconciliation and cost of sales analysis
  • Assist in the preparation and interrogation of monthly management accounts packs including financial statements, sales and overhead analysis and capital expenditure report
  • Monthly payroll processing and cover for weekly wages
  • Control of capital investment approval process including fixed asset register maintenance, depreciation calculation and reconciliation
  • Ensure balance sheet reconciliations are completed on a monthly basis and investigate and resolve any variances
  • Assist in the preparation of budgets, product costs and forecasts
  • Quarter end reporting to parent company
  • Key involvement in year end audit process, reporting and provision of information
  • Provide cover for other team members as and when required
  • Any other ad hoc analysis information requests to support the business
The Successful Applicant
  • Studying AAT/ CIMA / ACCA
  • Experience within a similar position within Retail or Wholesale would be desirable but not essential
  • Advanced Excel skills - vlookup / pivot tables
  • Numerate with strong analytical skills
  • Highly motivated, self-starter, full of initiative and able to work autonomously
  • Team player
What's on Offer
  • Full time permanent position
  • 25 Days holidays plus BH
  • ACCA / CIMA study support
  • Starting as an Assistant Accountant, with the view of completing studies and working towards Financial Accountant position
  • Working alongside the head of finance supporting with month end duties - great exposure for someone up and coming with their finance career
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