Assistant accountant

Position: Assistant Accountant (AAT Level 3)
Location: Stroud, Gloucestershire
Salary: £28,000- £33,000
Working hours: Monday to Thursday 08:30- 17:00, Friday 08:30- 16:30
Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, you will be supporting the finance function by maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with month-end processes, and ensuring transactions are processed efficiently and in line with company procedures and accounting standards.
Key Responsibilities – Assistant Accountant (AAT Level 3)
Transactional Accounting
Manage supplier accounts, including reconciliations and query resolution
Assist with customer accounts and credit control where required
Process bank transactions and perform regular bank reconciliations
Moving to full oversight of both sales and purchase ledger
Month-End & Reporting
Assist with month-end close procedures
Prepare journals, including accruals and prepayments
Support the preparation of management accounts
Maintain balance sheet reconciliations
Revaluing foreign exchange accounts and reconciliation
Payroll & Expenses
Assist with payroll processing and payroll journals
Process employee expenses and ensure compliance with company policies
Compliance & Controls
Ensure adherence to internal financial controls and procedures
Support and eventually prepare VAT returns and statutory reporting requirements
Assist with audit preparations and provide required documentation
Qualifications & Requirements – Assistant Accountant (AAT Level 3)
AAT Level 3 qualified or actively studying towards AAT Level 3
Previous experience in an accounts or finance role
Good understanding of double-entry bookkeeping
Experience using accounting software (e.g. Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, SAP)
Strong Excel skills (basic formulas and spreadsheets)
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Well organised with good time-management skills
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Clear and professional communicator
Proactive attitude and willingness to learn
Experience of working within a manufacturing environment (not essential)
What we can offer – Assistant Accountant (AAT Level 3)
Excellent work/life balance
Onsite parking
Enhanced pension contributions
Increased holiday allowance after 5 years
Length of Service awards
For more information on this role, please contact Sam Griffin on 01453 829799 or send a copy of your CV to
Who We're Looking For:
Candidates currently working as an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Accounts Payable Assistant may be suitable for this role.
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