Assistant Accountant Contract- 12 months Hours- Full time Hybrid working Are you looking to take your next step in finance and turn your AAT experience into a launchpad for a long-term career? Join us as an Assistant Accountant. A role designed to help you learn, grow, and make a real impact from day one. You’ll be part of a supportive Management Information team that values curiosity, accuracy, and collaboration. You’ll work closely with experienced finance professionals and even gain exposure to senior leadership team conversations, giving you a clear view of how financial insights drive business decisions. Once you’ve successfully passed your six-month probation, we look forward to a conversation about potentially funding your ongoing accounting studies—AAT, ACCA, or ACA—and how we might support you through them. What You’ll Gain Annual salary of £28,000- £32,000 depending on your experience Potential for funded training after your probation. We’ll invest in your future with support for professional qualifications. Mentorship and hands-on learning from experienced accountants and finance leaders. Exposure to senior decision-making, giving you real insight into how strategy, operations, and finance intersect. A springboard for your career; develop technical skills, confidence, and experience in a business that values growth and collaboration. 21 days annual leave A chance to be nomitnated and win Riverdale's quartley and annual value Awards Hybrid approach to working- we like our team collaberation, idea sharing and fun, so we aim to balance office and home working. What You’ll Be Doing Your responsibilities will include: Helping prepare monthly management accounts and finance reports that shape key business conversations. Supporting the month-end process journals, reconciliations, and data checks that keep our numbers rock solid. Getting involved in budgeting and forecasting, turning data into insights that help plan the road ahead. Assisting with audits and internal reviews, learning how controls and compliance support the bigger picture. Joining senior leadership team discussions and cross-department projects to understand how finance connects with every part of the organisation. Spotting ways to improve how we work — whether that’s smarter spreadsheets, faster reconciliations, or clearer reporting. What We’re Looking For We’re looking for enthusiasm, initiative, and a genuine interest in finance. You’ll bring: AAT experience from level three or part-completion of your qualification. A sharp eye for detail and an organised, can-do attitude. The confidence to ask questions and contribute ideas. A team spirit and eagerness to keep learning every day. Why Join Us? This isn’t just another finance role, it’s your opportunity to build a career with purpose, surrounded by people who want to see you succeed. You’ll be supported, challenged, and trusted to take ownership of your development. Reasonable Adjustments: If you require any additional support or reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please contact the recruitment department at your earliest convenience at: recruitment@riverdalehealthcare.com. If you’re ready to apply, just hit the apply button and send your application to our Recruitment Team!