Finance Assistant / Assistant Accountant – Costing, Reporting and Compliance Francesca’s Recruitment Ltd – Recruiting on behalf of our client Location: Goldthorpe, Rotherham Salary: £32,000 to £40,000 DOE Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm (Office Based) Francesca’s Recruitment Ltd is recruiting for a Finance Assistant / Assistant Accountant on behalf of our client based in Goldthorpe. This is a full-time, office-based role supporting the Finance Manager across costing, reporting, compliance, audit coordination and financial planning. The position offers an excellent opportunity to join a growing business and contribute to the long-term development of the finance function. Role Overview The role will support the Finance Manager with management reporting, financial reporting, statutory and non-statutory compliance, quarterly and annual audit preparation, and financial planning. This position plays a key part in ensuring accurate financial statements, strong internal controls, timely reporting and effective coordination with auditors and internal teams. Key Responsibilities Audit Management • Assist with statutory, tax, internal and control audits • Prepare and submit audit schedules, workings and documentation • Support audit readiness processes to ensure smooth and accurate audits Monthly Closing and Reporting • Assist with month-end close within three working days • Review accounts for variance and comparative analysis • Support preparation of monthly and quarterly financial statements Costing and Cost Management • Support trend and variance analysis • Assist with cost review cycles and alignment with budgets • Support cost rectification and improvement actions Inventory Control • Monitor stock levels and investigate discrepancies • Lead quarterly stock counts and post-audit adjustments • Analyse slow-moving and ageing stock Analytical Review • Perform P and L and Balance Sheet variance analysis • Provide insights to management for decision-making Fixed Assets • Maintain the fixed asset register • Manage capitalisation, disposals, transfers and depreciation Skills and Competencies • Strong analytical and financial skills • High attention to detail • Ability to work to tight deadlines • Process-driven with a continuous improvement mindset Experience and Qualifications • Professional finance qualification such as ACCA, CIMA or AAT • Minimum five years post-qualification experience in industry • Experience in costing, financial reporting, audit and compliance • Knowledge of UK financial legislation • Experience using Sage 200