Job Description
Morgan McKinley is partnering with a growing construction business based in Wigan to recruit a Senior Assistant Accountant to join their finance team on a permanent basis.
Role
In this position, you will report into the Financial Controller, acting as a trusted senior member of the finance team. You will be responsible for performing bank reconciliations across two business entities and supporting month-end accounting processes, while also supervising the Purchase Ledger Clerk within the same business.
Key Responsibilities:
* Completing bank reconciliations for two separate business entities
* Supporting the preparation of month-end accounts
* Assisting with balance sheet reconciliations
* Posting and reviewing journals
* Supervising and supporting the Purchase Ledger Clerk
* Maintaining strong financial controls and accurate financial records
* Supporting reporting and analysis for the Financial Controller
Ideal Candidate Profile:
* Previous experience in an Assistant Accountant or similar role
* Strong experience with bank reconciliations and month-end processes
* Experience supervising or mentoring junior finance staff
* Experience using either Kerridge Commercial Systems or Keyloop would be preferable, but not essential.
* Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
* Strong Excel skills and confidence using accounting systems
Salary & Benefits
£30,000 - £35,000 per annum
Permanent, full-time opportunity within a stable and supportive finance team
Office-based role with a half-day finish on Fridays