Job Title:
Accountant
Location: Leicester, Leicestershire
Employment Type: Permanent | Full-Time
Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 per annum (depending on experience)
One of our clients is hiring an Accountant to join their growing finance team in Leicester. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional who enjoys a varied role and wants to make a real impact within a supportive company.
Key Responsibilities:
* Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.
* Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
* Manage balance sheet reconciliations, journals, accruals, and prepayments.
* Support year-end processes and liaise with auditors.
* Oversee purchase and sales ledgers.
* Monitor cash flow and produce regular reports.
* Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and regulations.
* Provide support and guidance to the wider finance team and stakeholders.
Requirements:
* Previous experience as an Accountant or in a similar finance role.
* Part-qualified or fully qualified (ACCA, ACA, CIMA, or equivalent).
* Strong knowledge of financial reporting.
* Experience with Sage 50 and excellent Excel skills.
* High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Benefits:
* Salary up to £45,000 per annum (DOE).
* Full-time, Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm.
* 28 days holiday (including bank holidays).
* Pension scheme.
* Free on-site parking.
To apply, please send your CV via Apply4U.