The position of Assistant Accountant is a key and wide-ranging role within the finance team working efficiently and ensuring the highest levels of accuracy. The position requires day-to-day accounting functions to be carried out and requires a business partner who enjoys playing a part in key areas of support, process efficiencies and reporting improvements. Client Details A very rare opportunity has arisen for someone to join a manufacturing business in Widnes, part of a small finance team reporting into the head of finance. Seeking a studier towards AAT, CIMA, ACCA who they can carry through studies to support and help progress their career. Getting involved in month end, budgets - fantastic exposure to finance. Description Preparation and processing of month end journals - accruals, prepayments and re-allocation of costs Month end stock reconciliation and cost of sales analysis Assist in the preparation and interrogation of monthly management accounts packs including financial statements, sales and overhead analysis and capital expenditure report Monthly payroll processing and cover for weekly wages Control of capital investment approval process including fixed asset register maintenance, depreciation calculation and reconciliation Ensure balance sheet reconciliations are completed on a monthly basis and investigate and resolve any variances Assist in the preparation of budgets, product costs and forecasts Quarter end reportin...