Assistant Financial Accountant Location: Liverpool Salary: £45,000 Overview We are seeking an organised, detail‑focused Assistant Financial Accountant, ideally studying towards CIMA or ACCA (Finalist level preferred), to support the Finance Manager and wider finance function in delivering accurate, timely reporting across multiple entities. A background in practice would be highly advantageous, bringing strong experience in financial statements, controls, audit preparation and multi‑entity reporting. This role plays a key part in month‑end and year‑end processes, statutory reporting, VAT compliance, audit support and ongoing improvements to financial systems and processes. Key Duties & Responsibilities Month‑End & Year‑End Reporting Support the Finance Manager in monitoring and delivering month‑end and year‑end timetables. Prepare draft financial statements for central and subsidiary entities. Produce comprehensive working papers and management information.Financial Control & Reporting Undertake month‑end control procedures for subsidiary companies, including: Bank reconciliations Control account reviews Production of monthly management information Support the development of enhanced financial reporting across the organisation. Assist with financial analysis to inform decision‑making and strategy.Audit & Compliance Support the Finance Manager in responding to external audit queries. Conduct internal audits as directed by senior finance leadership. Prepare and submit VAT and other tax returns as required. Maintain and update standard operating procedures for key financial processes.Banking & Financial Processing Undertake payment calculations and distributions relating to incoming funds and donations. Support improvements in banking processes, including training where required. Assist with streamlining and consolidating banking arrangements across departments or entities.Other Responsibilities Support wider finance team projects and take on ad‑hoc duties as required. Contribute to ongoing improvements in financial systems, processes and controls.Skills, Qualifications & Experience Studying CIMA or ACCA (Finalist level desirable) Strong technical accounting experience, ideally across multi‑entity environments. Proven experience in month‑end processing, reconciliations and financial reporting. Confident liaising with external auditors and non‑finance stakeholders. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage deadlines. VAT knowledge and general tax awareness (charity / not‑for‑profit exposure advantageous but not required). Ability to build strong working relationships and work proactively within a team. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)