ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT
ECCLES, MANCHESTER
UP TO £32,000 + STUDY SUPPORT (ACCA/CIMA/AAT)
THE COMPANY:
We’re proud to be partnering with a forward thinking and fast-growing SME that forms part of a wider group, and as a result of growth, they’re seeking an Assistant Accountant / Accounts Assistant to join the company.
As an Assistant Accountant / Accounts Assistant, you’ll be working closely with the Finance Manager, take responsibility for the month-end and year-end close processes, conducting full balance sheet reconciliation, updating fixed asset registers, gaining commentary and assisting with the production of the management pack. In addition, you’ll get involved with the VAT Returns and working closely with the external accountancy practice.
This is a great opportunity to join a business who will invest in your future where you can grow your career and an ideal role for someone who would like to transition into a more senior role in the future.
THE ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT ROLE:
As the Assistant Accountant / Accounts Assistant, you’ll be reporting to the Finance Manager, assisting with the full month-end and year-end close process
Assisting Finance Manager with the Month-end process and preparation of the Management Accounts, balance sheet reconciliation and creation of the board pack.
Creating Journals for pre-payments, accruals and intercompany transactions
Ensuring ledgers are full reconciled and accurate
Using Excel for financial analysis, reporting, and data manipulation.
Assist in developing operational performance KPI reporting
Liaising with the management team to gain commentary for the management accounts Assisting with the Year End process, handling queries to ensure a smooth process
Working with the rest of the team to manage the finance inbox, ensuring timely and efficient communication handling
Supporting the transactional team as required with including accounts payable, receivable, and bank reconciliations.
A key point of contact for the finance team, providing exceptional customer service to internal colleagues, customers, and suppliers.
Maintain, update and help to redefine Financial and Administrative procedural documentation.
THE PERSON:
Must have current experience in a similar role, such as, Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant, Assistant Accountant or Assistant Management Accountant
Good experience with MS Excel with the ability to do Sum IF and VLOOKUP’s
Analytical skills with the ability to identify and question information
Experience with Balance Sheet reconciliation and Journals
Ideally already started AAT or CIMA, however, experience is more important
Experience with Sage, Xero or similar accounting package
TO APPLY: Please send your CV for the Accounts Assistant / Assistant Accountant role via the advert for immediate consideration.
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Skilled in the use of multiple IT packages and systems relevant to the organisation in order to: write letters or emails, create proposals, record and analyse data if and when required
Produces accurate records and documents including: emails, letters, files, payments, reports and proposals
Makes recommendations for improvements and present solutions to management
Drafts correspondence, writes reports Maintains records and files, handles confidential information in compliance with the organisation's procedures
Seeks advice of more experienced team members when appropriate
Builds and maintains positive relationships within their own team and across the organisation. Demonstrates ability to influence and challenge appropriately. Becomes a role model to peers and team members, developing skills as they gain area knowledge.
Demonstrates good communication skills, whether face-to-face, on the telephone, in writing or on digital platforms
Uses the most appropriate channels to communicate effectively. Demonstrates agility and confidence in communications, carrying authority appropriately
Answers questions from inside and outside of the organisation, representing the organisation or department
Completes tasks to a high standard
Demonstrates the necessary level of expertise required to complete tasks and applies themself to continuously improve their work. Is able to review processes autonomously and make suggestions for improvements
Shares administrative best-practice across the organisation
Takes responsibility for initiating and completing tasks, manages priorities and time in order to successfully meet deadlines
Positively manages the expectations of colleagues at all levels and sets a positive example for others in the workplace
Organises meetings and events, takes minutes during meetings and creates action logs as appropriate
Telephone answering
Training:
Business Administrator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
Training Outcome:
After completing a Business Administrator apprenticeship, you’ll gain the essential skills and experience to confidently support business operations and progress into roles such as office manager, team leader, or executive assistant
Employer Description:Established with the objective of offering a comprehensive range of services to our customers, we have grown consistently since we opened our doors in May 2000.
Whilst our core services are still those you would expect of an accountancy practice, we pride ourselves on being able to offer our clients a variety of products that the majority of firms do not.
In addition, we work closely with a number of trusted partners who are able to provide a wide selection of services to complement our extensive product range.
The rationale behind our approach to such a comprehensive level of services is that we understand the level of trust our clients put in us to ensure that their financial needs are handled effectively.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm, Lunch: 1 hour.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Patience....Read more...
Are you an experienced and proactive professional ready to take the lead in managing the daily operations of a busy, client-focused practice?Benefits include: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata), salary sacrifice pension scheme, flexible working/flexitime opportunities, training and development, Perks discount website and regular team events!Our client is looking for a highly organised Practice Manager to oversee HR, facilities, compliance, team development, and strategic planning. This is a varied and hands-on role at the heart of the business, perfect for someone who enjoys managing people, improving systems, and supporting long-term growth.Your key responsibilities will include:
Oversee all aspects of staff administration including recruitment, onboarding, training coordination, absence tracking, and maintaining accurate HR records and documentation.Liaise with external HR advisors to ensure employment practices are up to date and compliant, while supporting the team through key transitions such as appraisals and exit processes.Lead the day-to-day running of the practice, ensuring the team delivers high-quality service and adheres to internal protocols and procedures.Coordinate corporate/charity events and manager/oversee all work experience placements.Support the team to manage relationships with office suppliers and contractors, including utilities, cleaners, IT, security, and maintenance providers to keep the practice environment safe and efficient.Monitor health and safety compliance, organise risk assessments, and ensure equipment and facilities are regularly serviced and maintained.Work closely with the senior leadership team to set and deliver strategic goals, contributing ideas for growth and service development.Liaise with external IT providers to ensure infrastructure, software, and data security systems are operating effectively and meet business needs.Manage digital records, support improvements in document workflows, and ensure regular updates, renewals, and backups are in place.Motivate, lead and support the team to ensure efficient operations, high morale, and ongoing professional development.Conduct regular reviews, support capacity planning, and ensure performance objectives are clear and aligned with business goals.Provide support to the Compliance Director with all aspects of legislative requirement, including maintaining policies and procedures.Providing proactive support to the Director with training oversight, ensuring staff have access to the tools and opportunities they need to grow.
The ideal candidate will have previous experience within either an accountancy or professional services firm in a similar role (Practice Manager or Office Manager).Why Join?As Practice Manager, you'll play a central role in the ongoing success of the organisation. They offer a supportive and professional working environment, the chance to work closely with leadership, and the opportunity to genuinely shape how they operate and grow. If you're a strategic thinker who enjoys problem-solving, team leadership, and process improvement, our client would love to hear from you. Job details:
Practice Manager - Maternity CoverUp to 12 months fixed term contractCroydon, SurreyPart time (3-4 days per week, flexible for the right candidate)£21,600 to £32,000 per annum (£36,000 to £40,000 FTE)Benefits include: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata), salary sacrifice pension scheme, flexible working/flexitime opportunities, training and development, Perks discount website and regular team events!
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Job Description:
Do you have a background in accounting / bookkeeping coupled with a commitment to providing outstanding customer service? If so, we’d love to hear from you.
We are working on an exciting opportunity for a Support Accountant to join the team at an Edinburgh based software provider on a permanent basis. You will be responsible for providing front line accounting support to users via email, phone and web chat.
Skills/Experience:
Qualified to AAT level or be a qualified bookkeeper, or relevant experience within an accountancy / finance role
A good understanding of payroll, VAT and Self-Assessment is essential.
Highly computer-literate and web-savvy, understanding how crucial online engagement is to the success of any business.
Have experience of working with small businesses, a clear understanding of their issues, and a keen interest in how the right financial software can help them.
Have an advanced understanding of the accounting requirements of customers with the ability to explain complex reporting and accounting concepts to users in plain English, together with an advanced understanding and knowledge of the product and all functionalities.
Able to train other members of the team on an ongoing basis in relation to accounting and product.
Have experience of using a variety of bookkeeping and accounting software packages.
Possess excellent spoken and written communication skills; in particular, be able to explain accounting concepts to both our customers and to the technical team in clear, plain English.
Core Responsibilities:
Provide front-line support to our users – mainly by live chat and phone, and take responsibility for consistently responding accurately, promptly and fully in relation to both content and grammar.
Provide training to customers by way of outbound calls, both to people who are currently at free trial stage and to subscribers who request further training.
Help people who are interested in the product but who need more information to decide if it’s the right product for them.
Assist with product planning and with testing of new features or upgrades to existing functionality.
Have the skills and confidence to deliver webinars and seminars to customers.
Follow and influence processes and policies and suggest improvements by questioning existing ones and encouraging other team members to do the same.
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15970
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Job Description:
Do you have excellent working knowledge of fund accounting practices and standards, and seeking your next opportunity? Our client is seeking a Manager, Private Capital to join their team based in Glasgow. In this role, you will be responsible for the set-up/on-boarding and subsequent ongoing accounting of Private Capital funds and leading a team.
Skills/Experience:
Excellent working knowledge of fund accounting practices and standards, ideally including IFRS, UK GAAP and US GAAP
A recognised accountancy qualification (e.g. ACCA/ACA), or able to demonstrate competency through experience
Excellent working understanding of various types of PE transactions
Strong leadership and management skills and experience.
Stakeholder management skills and client management experience.
Understanding of wider Private Capital industry standards and regulations is desirable.
Previous experience in Private Capital fund accounting preparation is desirable.
Core Responsibilities:
Assist with drafting the Service Level Agreements
Assist in preparation and agreeing accounting reporting templates with client
Assist with the review of fund documentation and Business Acceptance Committee documentation pertaining to the launch of new funds and provide comments as necessary
Oversee and be actively involved in the day-to-day servicing of Private Capital fund clients and to ensure the fund is operating in line with the Service Level Agreement
Oversee the reconciliation process for cash, stock, shares/units in issued and ensure that all breaks identified are cleared on a timely basis and in accordance with agreed KPI
Involvement with external parties related to the fund including but not limited to Fund Manager, External Auditors, Transfer Agents, Tax Advisers, Custodian, Depositary, Board of Directors and other external service providers
Review drawdown and distribution calculation in accordance with the fund documentation
Liaise with internal and external auditors and manage the year end/interim audit process via a monitored timetable and audit requirement list
Management point of contact for clients, auditors, trustees, custodians and other departments within the business.
Develop internal and external client and stakeholder relationships.
Plan and manage client, audit, trustee and regulatory visits.
Oversight of team service delivery.
Responsibility for performance and KPI reporting.
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15981
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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The role will involve learning all aspects of accounting techniques and principles whilst in due course helping business owners by producing accurate and timely management information.
To assist the bookkeeping team with the preparation of VAT return and bookkeeping
Operating individually and as part of a team to ensure service levels are achieved within the department
Input of data in preparation of accounts
Entering financial data onto internal systems with a high level of accuracy and speed
Working with various databases to extract and manipulate information
Produce reports as and when required
Answering the telephone in a professional and helpful manner
Typing correspondence by e-mail and letter
Administrative duties as and when required
Use Microsoft Packages in particular Xero, Word & Excel
Assisting all members of the team as and when required
Assist accountants with their duties
Booking in client records
Preparation of monthly bookkeeping
Preparation of VAT returns
The person will become an important part of the team over time
The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by the organisation which is relevant to your post within the company to meet the overall business objectives.
As part of your contract of employment completion of the Apprenticeship Training Programme forms part of your duties as well as helping your personal and professional development; the requirements to complete the programme are as follows:
Attend and be punctual for all timetabled induction, lessons and all work-based training/support sessions
Complete all required assignments by the required timeline
Build up your portfolio of evidence on-going during your apprenticeship programme
Access support from your tutor/assessor and your manager as and when required
Training:The Accounts/Finance Assistant is responsible for assisting the team of accountants with accounting duties. These can vary massively depending on the team structure and size of business.
An Accounts/Finance Assistant’s work could include basic bookkeeping activities, working with sales and purchase ledgers, running calculations to ensure that records and payments are correct, recording of cash and data entry.
Accounts/Finance Assistants can work in almost any sector. Potential employers include corporate businesses, sole traders, partnerships, Public Sector, not-for-profit organisations and educational institutions. Accounts/Finance Assistants may work inhouse for an organisation or they might work for accountancy firm, bookkeeping practice, Shared Service provider, self-employed or on behalf of several different clients.
Requirements:
All Accounts/Finance Assistants will demonstrate the following Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours.
Knowledge:
Accounting Systems & Processes
General Business
Understanding Your Organisation
Basic Accounting
Ethical Standards
Skills:
Attention to detail
Communication
Uses systems and processes
Personal effectiveness
Behaviour:
Personal Development
Teamwork
Customer focus
Professionalism
We will be delivering the industry recognised AAT (Association of Accounting Technician) Certificate in Accounting Level 2 as part of this apprenticeship standard. This qualification comprises four mandatory units:
Introduction to Bookkeeping
Principles of Bookkeeping Controls
Principles of Costing
The Business Environment
You will be required to attend Kirklees College, The Waterfront, Huddersfield one day per week throughout this apprenticeship programme.Training Outcome:
There is a possibility to gain a full-time role with us or advance your skills onto another apprenticeship
Employer Description:At Crowther Chartered Accountants, we’re committed to providing a friendly and honest service that is tailored individually to each client.
Our professional team of accountants is based in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire but we welcome new clients from all over the UK.Working Hours :Shifts to be confirmed. 30 minute lunch. Flexibility available.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Initiative,Excellent Attendance,Excellent Timekeeping....Read more...
