Assistant Accountant

Location: Coventry
Salary: £32,000 - £35,000
Working Pattern: Full-Time, Office-Based

The Opportunity

We are delighted to be working with a well-established and expanding business, looking to appoint an Assistant Accountant to join its finance team. Following business growth, and the introduction of new systems and processes, this is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build on their accounting experience within a dynamic and evolving environment.

Working closely with the Senior Finance Team, you will support the delivery of accurate financial reporting, provide insightful analysis to operational teams, and contribute to budgeting and forecasting activities across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Maintain and reconcile a range of balance sheet accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Perform bank reconciliations and support the monitoring of debtor and creditor balances.
• Contribute to the year-end audit process and statutory reporting requirements.
• Produce meaningful financial and operational analysis to help drive business performance.
• Support budget preparation and forecast updates across multiple business areas.
• Develop and enhance management information, including KPIs and performance dashboards.
• Work closely with operational stakeholders to provide financial insight and support decision-making.
• Help identify opportunities to improve reporting, processes, controls, and system efficiencies.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives within the finance function.

Skills & Requirements:

• Previous experience in an Assistant Accountant, Management Accountant, or similar finance position.
• A solid understanding of month-end accounting processes and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with large volumes of data.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work independently when required.
• Part-qualified ACCA or CIMA status would be advantageous.
• Experience within a multi-site environment would be beneficial, although not essential.

Benefits & Package:

• Competitive salary package.
• Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays.
• Free onsite parking.
• Complimentary gym membership.
• Employee discounts.
• Study support.
• A genuine opportunity to develop your career within a growing organisation.

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