Assistant Accountant
Birmingham
£33,000 - £36,000
Company Profile
A long-established, independent SME with over 35 years of industry experience, providing reliable, end-to-end solutions to a wide range of clients, renowned for their hands-on approach, flexibility, and outstanding customer service. This is a close-knit, people-focused business where employees are truly valued. The company offers a stable, supportive working environment with long-term prospects and the opportunity to make a real impact as the business continues to grow.
What’s on offer?
* 21 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
* Office Based, Full Time
* Free Onsite Parking
What will you do as an Assistant Accountant?
* Assist with month-end close, including journals, accruals, and prepayments
* Reconcile bank, credit card, and control accounts
* Assist with management accounts and reporting packs
* Support cash flow forecasting and budget monitoring
* Oversee purchase and sales ledger processes where needed
* Help improve internal financial controls and procedures
* Manage a small finance team
What do you need as an Assistant Accountant?
* AAT qualified or studying towards ACCA/CIMA (support may be offered)
* Solid knowledge of accounting principles and transactional finance
* Strong Excel skills (lookups, pivot tables, basic reporting)
* Proactive, hands-on, and adaptable — SME mindset essential!
Job ID: 9823