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Location: Manchester (Hybrid)Role Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Are you a part-qualified accountant looking to build a career in a fast-paced, multi-business environment? Are you ready to take ownership of your own portfolio and support accurate, high-quality reporting in a collaborative finance team?
We’re looking for an Assistant Accountant (R2R) to join our growing finance team at ClearCourse. Working alongside our Senior R2R Accountants, you’ll play a vital role in month-end close, cash flow forecasting, balance sheet reconciliation, and financial reporting across several businesses.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional looking to deepen their technical skills, gain experience across multiple business units, and be part of a fast-scaling group with a strong record of acquisitions and innovation.
Job description:
Location: Manchester (Hybrid)Role Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Are you a part-qualified accountant looking to build a career in a fast-paced, multi-business environment? Are you ready to take ownership of your own portfolio and support accurate, high-quality reporting in a collaborative finance team?
We’re looking for an Assistant Accountant (R2R) to join our growing finance team at ClearCourse. Working alongside our Senior R2R Accountants, you’ll play a vital role in month-end close, cash flow forecasting, balance sheet reconciliation, and financial reporting across several businesses.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional looking to deepen their technical skills, gain experience across multiple business units, and be part of a fast-scaling group with a strong record of acquisitions and innovation.
What You’ll Be Doing:
* Execute monthly close processes for 1–2 business entities in line with ClearCourse governance and Group deadlines
* Prepare and manage bi-weekly cash flow forecasts for review
* Handle balance sheet reconciliations and review discrepancies
* Perform bank account reconciliations weekly and resolve outstanding items
* Liaise with other SSC teams and business leaders to understand business performance and key transactions
* Respond to audit queries and prepare documentation as required
* Assist with ad hoc reporting, providing insights and financial data to support the wider business
* Identify and implement process improvements with support from the R2R Process Lead
* Collaborate with the Senior R2R Accountant on key issues and risks across your entities
What We’re Looking For:
* Part-qualified accountant (ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
* Experience using ERP systems (NetSuite desirable)
* Strong working knowledge of MS Excel
* Good understanding of core accounting principles
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Experience working in a multi-business environment is highly desirable
* Effective communication and relationship-building skills
* Positive, proactive attitude with a desire to learn and develop
* Ability to work independently while collaborating within a team
Why Join ClearCourse?
At ClearCourse, we combine the energy of a startup with the stability of a proven industry leader. Since 2018, we’ve built a thriving group of software and payments companies, acquiring nearly one new business every month. We value innovation, inclusion, and continuous learning—and we reward our people accordingly.
Our Benefits Include:
* 25 days annual leave + your birthday off
* Holiday carryover scheme (up to 5 days per year)
* Private Medical Insurance (Bupa) – includes cover for mental health, cancer, therapies, optical, dental, and more
* Comprehensive cash plan – claim back everyday health costs and access 24/7 GP, counselling, and advice
* Life Assurance – 4x your base salary
* Group Income Protection – 75% of base salary if you’re unable to work long term
* Enhanced parental leave – maternity, paternity, and shared leave benefits
* Generous pension contributions
* Employee perks via Perkbox – 4,000+ discounts and monthly Flexi Points
* Bike to Work scheme
* Peppy Health – support for menopause, fertility, men’s & women’s health
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – confidential 24/7 support
* Referral bonus – £2,500 for successful employee referrals
* Generous training budgets and professional membership reimbursement
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