Permanent Assistant Accountant job based in Wolverhampton paying up to £32,000 per annum Your new company Hays are pleased to be working with this exciting and growing organisation which is going through an exciting re-structure. Who is looking to welcome an assistant accountant to play a key role in delivering an efficient and high-quality accounting service. This is an excellent opportunity to develop professionally in a supportive and evolving finance team, contributing to continuous improvement and smarter ways of working. Your new role Responsible for supporting the delivery of core accounting processes within agreed timelines. Work closely with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance, consistency, and efficiency in financial operations. The role will involve various aspects of accounting including. Intercompany transactions Accruals and prepayments Insurance accounting Housing fixed assets VAT and CIS analysis Supplier verification checks. Also contribute to monthly period-end processes, Balance sheet reconciliations Cost apportionments Reporting Ensuring accuracy and adherence to policies and timetables. What you'll need to succeed This role is ideal for someone with previous experience in a shared service environment or a similar finance role, with a strong understanding of service level agreements and financial compliance. You should be confident in communicating with finance and non-finance stakeholders, adaptable to change, and proactive in driving continuous improvement. A part-qualified accountant or someone currently studying towards a recognised qualification (or equivalent experience) would be a great fit. A detail-oriented and methodical approach Strong analytical skills Excellent time management and ability to work under pressure High proficiency in Excel, including experience with sum ifs, pivot tables, and lookups A pragmatic and collaborative mindset The ability to challenge and make informed decisions What you'll get in return Competitive salary and a yearly pay review Performance Related Pay, based on meeting individual and company- wide targets £500 personal allowance every year, to spend on your choice of benefits like private medical cover, critical health insurance, dental treatment and gym membership 27 days holiday per year plus bank holidays and the option to buy or sell 5 days Enhanced family leave and pay Choice of two pension schemes (Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution) with employer contributions of up to 10% Life Assurance up to 4 times basic salary Occupational Health support and advice Access to fully trained Mental Health First Aiders and Menopause Champions Free physio sessions Free access to 24/7 GP and prescription services, counselling, dietary and fitness advice and legal and financial information Online reward portal for savings on food, clothing, technology, and more Free breakfast provided in our four main offices Training courses for aspiring talent or future leaders Support with professional qualifications and if professional membership is required for the role, we cover the cost of one membership What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4686844