Trainee Assistant Accountant | Widnes | Up to £30k DOE
Are you looking for a step up in your finance career?
This is an exciting opportunity to progress within a leading manufacturing company that values development, supports professional study, and offers real career growth.
We're recruiting for a Trainee Assistant Accountant to join an existing finance team. Ideal for candidate who has 1-2 years of accounting experience as an accounts assistant or transactional role looking for a step up. Open to candidates who are currently studying (or looking to study) towards a CIMA or ACCA qualification.
As a Trainee Assistant Accountant, you'll play an integral part in the finance function-supporting everything from monthly accounts preparation to audit processes and budgeting. You'll collaborate closely with both finance and operational teams to improve reporting and drive efficiency, gaining valuable exposure to a full range of financial responsibilities.
Trainee Assistant Accountant Key Responsibilities:
Month-end stock reconciliation and cost of sales analysis
Assist in compiling monthly management accounts, including P&L, sales and overhead analysis, and capex reporting
Monthly payroll processing and cover for weekly wages
Maintain fixed asset register, depreciation calculations, and oversee capital investment approval process
Perform and reconcile monthly balance sheet accounts, investigating any variances
Support year-end audit with reporting and information provision
Provide ad hoc financial analysis and cover for other finance team members as required
Trainee Assistant Accountant Specification:
1-2 years' experience in an accounting role
Studying towards CIMA or ACCA (or looking to begin); Strong Excel skills (VLOOKUP, PivotTables essential)
Trainee Assistant Accountant Benefits:
Study support for CIMA or ACCA
Progression opportunities within a leading manufacturing company
Annual bonus - 10% annual salary
3% company pension
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