Assistant Accountant
The Role
We are seeking an organised, detail-driven Assistant Accountant to join our busy and growing finance department based in Bolton. This is a hands‑on, transactional finance role covering both sides of the ledger, offering exposure to a wide range of financial processes. You will play an integral part in ensuring accurate and timely processing of financial transactions, supporting various entities within the group in managing their day-to-day finances, and contributing to the smooth operation of the wider finance function.
This role offers a great platform to build your finance career, with training and development opportunities for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities
* Process high volumes of purchase and sales ledger invoices accurately and efficiently.
* Reconcile supplier statements and resolve any discrepancies.
* Raise sales invoices and manage credit control activities as required.
* Assist with bank reconciliations and daily cash postings.
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of financial transactions.
* Support balance sheet reconciliations on a monthly basis.
* Prepare and post journals, accruals, and prepayments.
* Support the month‑end and year‑end close processes.
* Assist in producing financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.
* Provide data and analysis to support decision‑making within the finance team and for schools.
* Support the wider finance team with ad‑hoc tasks, projects, and process improvements.
Benefits
* 37.5 hours per week - flexible working, hybrid 2 days in the office + 3 days from home
* 25 days + bank holidays
* Option to buy more days
* Private pension scheme
* Private health care scheme
* Local parking available (free of charge)
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