Your newpany
You will be joining a large, forward‑thinking public sector organisation undergoing significant transformation within its Corporate & Support Services functions. The Finance division has recently expanded to strengthen financialernance, support strategic development, and enhance service delivery. You will be part of a high‑performing team that values continuous improvement, collaboration, and professional growth.
Your new role
As an Assistant Accountant, you will support a team of qualified accountants across a wide range of finance activities. Reporting to an Accountant within your specialist area, you will play a key role in accurate and timely financial management, reporting, andpliance.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Maintain financial records and prepare journals
2. Analyse financial data to support decision‑making
3. Support the preparation of management accounts and financial statements
4. Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
5. Contribute to capital accounting activities, including asset register updates
6. Provide support with treasury tasks such as cashflow monitoring and bank reconciliations
7. Assist with grant management, including invoicing, claims and expenditure monitoring
8. Support internal and external audit processes
9. Offer guidance to junior team members
10. Ensurepliance with organisational policies, GDPR and financial regulations
You may work within Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, Capital Accounting, or Treasury Management, with opportunities to rotate and broaden your experience.
What you'll need to succeed
Essential Qualifications
11. Passed foundation‑level exams of a recognised accountancy body (CCAB, CIMA or equivalent)
12. Registered as a student or affiliate member of a professional accountancy body
Experience & Knowledge
13. Minimum 2 years’ experience in a finance team or audit environment
14. Strong understanding of accounting principles and standards
15. Experience using accounting software
16. High proficiency in Microsoft Excel
What you'll get in return
17. Hybrid working options
18. Access to training and professional development programmes
19. An inclusive culture that values diversity and supports reasonable adjustments