Assistant Accountant - Temp to Perm Location: Outskirts of Bath (car required) Contract: Temporary with potential to go permanent Salary: Competitive Morgan McKinley is working exclusively with an exciting, fast-growing SME based just outside Bath. Due to recent growth, they're looking for a hands-on Assistant Accountant to join their close-knit finance team on a temporary basis - with the opportunity to go permanent if it's the right match for both sides. This is a varied and busy role where you'll need to hit the ground running, so experience in a similar position is essential. Key responsibilities: Preparation of monthly VAT returns (UK and international) - a major part of the role Month-end routines: journal postings, accruals, prepayments Balance sheet and bank reconciliations Payroll preparation Accounts payable: end-to-end processing Light accounts receivable duties Running weekly/monthly payment runs Supporting year-end prep and liaising with external accountants Involvement in statutory accounts and occasional support with management accounts What we're looking for: Experience in a similar role Confident using Sage Able to start at short notice Must have access to a car due to the location Interested? Contact Lucy at Morgan McKinley on (phone number removed) or click apply to find out more...