Looking for a role where you can make an impact quickly, with the security of something more long-term on the horizon? This Assistant Accountant position starts as a 3-month temporary contract, with every chance of becoming permanent. You’ll join a supportive finance team, take ownership of key accounting tasks and play an important part in driving month-end reporting improvements. Once permanent, you’ll also enjoy a strong benefits package, including flexible hours, hybrid working, enhanced pension, and generous holiday allowance. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will be responsible for: Assisting with month-end accounting and reporting, aiming to reduce the month-end close process by 3-4 days Reconciling balance sheet accounts Cashbook maintenance Supporting payroll and posting monthly costs Supporting budgeting, forecasting and financial planning Assisting in preparing for audits and maintaining accurate records Delivering ad hoc reporting and analysis What you will need: Previous experience in a similar role, such as Assistant Accountant / Assistant Management Accountant / Assistant Financial Accountant / Senior Finance Assistant / Senior Accounts Assistant A confident and proactive approach to improving systems and processes Solid Excel skills (ideally including Power Query) A collaborative attitude and the ability to communicate with non-finance colleagues What you will get: Flexible hours – core hours arrangement Hybrid working – 1 day from home per week Free, onsite parking Private office space Once permanent Discretionary company bonus Enhanced pension – 6% employer, 4% employee Life insurance – 3x salary 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Company sick pay If you would like to find out more about this role, please apply with your CV or LinkedIn PDF. We look forward to hearing from you! We take your application seriously and WE RESPOND TO EVERY APPLICATION…because getting a job is hard enough. The Niche Partnership is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role. The Niche Partnership complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn't discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that The Niche Partnership may contact you in connection with your application in relation to The Niche Partnership providing you with work-finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website.