Blume is one of the UKs leading customer acquisition specialists in the legal sector that is expanding rapidly across the UK, via both organic growth and M&A activity. Having secured a first round of Private Equity (PE) investment in 2021, Blumes continued success was recognised by PE giant, Sun Capital, with Sun acquiring Blume in 2022. Due to this rapid growth, Blume require an Accounts Assistant to support the Finance Team with a wide range of day-to-day accounting tasks. Reporting to the Finance Business Partner this role will require strong communication skills, exceptional attention to detail and a willingness to progress and develop. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES Management of multiple email inboxes Purchase ledger Bank Reconciliations Accruals and prepayments Expenses & credit card processing and reconciling. Preparation of the VAT return. Balance sheet Reconciliations Audit assistance Support the wider finance team with ad hoc tasks. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS Studying AAT or similar qualification. Prior experience in an accounting/finance role. Basic Excel/Microsoft Office skills Strong attention to detail Good written and verbal communication skills Flexibility to respond to changing and emergent priorities. Benefits £25,000 pa. Study Support (AAT, CIMA/ACCA) Pension 20 days holiday plus bank holidays Free onsite parking Hybrid working