Assistant Accountant
Location: Chester
Salary:£33,000 Full-Time Equivalent (Pro Rata)
Working Pattern: Part-Time (3 or 4 Days per Week, or 5 Shorter Days)
Hybrid Working Available
Quarterly Bonus Scheme
25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (Pro Rata)
The Opportunity
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Accountant to join a growing and successful business based in Chester.
This flexible part-time position offers the chance to play a key role within the finance team, supporting management reporting, month-end processes, budgeting and forecasting activities, while partnering with operational teams across the business.
The business offers genuine flexibility around working hours, hybrid working, and a collaborative environment where your input will be valued.
Key Responsibilities
Management Reporting & Analysis
* Produce weekly revenue and profitability reports, providing meaningful commentary on:
o Revenue trends
o Campaign performance
o Productivity metrics
o Margin movements
* Analyse financial performance and identify areas for improvement.
* Support management with ad-hoc reporting and analysis.
Financial Control & Reconciliations
* Complete balance sheet reconciliations and highlight any areas of concern or risk, including:
o Accruals
o Prepayments
o Debtors and creditors
* Ensure financial records are accurate and maintained in line with company procedures.
Month-End & Financial Accounting
* Support the month-end close process.
* Prepare and post overhead journals.
* Manage prepayments and accruals.
* Maintain the Fixed Asset Register.
* Perform variance analysis against budget and provide commentary on overhead spend.
Budgeting, Forecasting & Audit
* Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes.
* Support year-end activities and respond to audit queries.
* Work closely with stakeholders across the business to improve financial reporting and controls.
Process Improvement
* Identify opportunities to improve processes, controls, and reporting efficiencies.
* Support continuous improvement initiatives within the finance function.
About You
Essential Skills & Experience
* Previous experience within an Assistant Accountant or similar finance role.
* Strong Excel skills within a commercial environment, including:
o XLOOKUP
o SUMIFS
o Power Query
o Power Pivot
* Strong analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail.
* Confident communicator, comfortable working with both finance and operational stakeholders.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
Desirable
* Part-qualified ACCA or CIMA, or actively studying towards a professional qualification.
* Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting activities.
Benefits
* £33,000 Full-Time Equivalent salary (pro rata)
* Quarterly bonus scheme
* Flexible working pattern (3, 4, or 5 days per week)
* Hybrid working available
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata)
* Friendly and supportive team environment
* Opportunity to develop and broaden your accounting experience
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