Assistant Financial Accountant
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- England,North West,Greater Manchester,Bury
- Full Time, Permanent
- £32,000 - £35,000 per annum
Job Description:
Assistant Financial Accountant
Office based in Bury, Greater Manchester
Salary up to £35,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
The Opportunity
We’re looking for an ambitious Assistant Financial Accountant to join a growing finance team within the engineering sector. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in finance, gain broad exposure, and study towards a professional qualification (ACCA/CIMA).
You’ll play a key role in month-end reporting, financial analysis, and maintaining strong financial controls in a fast-paced, supportive environment.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Supporting the financial accounting function and month-end close
* Preparing accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations (bank, balance sheet, intercompany)
* Analysing P&L and balance sheet variances
* Managing employee expenses and petty cash
* Producing weekly cash flow reports
* Maintaining the fixed asset register
* Assisting with VAT returns and year-end accounts
* Supporting wider finance and commercial teams as needed
What We’re Looking For
* Experience in a finance or accounting role (including month-end exposure)
* Studying towards, or keen to start, ACCA/CIMA
* Strong Excel skills and attention to detail
* Analytical mindset with a proactive, problem-solving approach
* Well-organised, able to meet deadlines in a busy environment
* Strong communication skills and a team-focused attitude
Why Join?
* Salary up to £35,000 depending on experience
* Clear opportunity for career progression and development
* Study support
* Collaborative and inclusive team environment
* A role where you can make a real impact
Office based in Bury, Greater Manchester
Salary up to £35,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
The Opportunity
We’re looking for an ambitious Assistant Financial Accountant to join a growing finance team within the engineering sector. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in finance, gain broad exposure, and study towards a professional qualification (ACCA/CIMA).
You’ll play a key role in month-end reporting, financial analysis, and maintaining strong financial controls in a fast-paced, supportive environment.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Supporting the financial accounting function and month-end close
* Preparing accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations (bank, balance sheet, intercompany)
* Analysing P&L and balance sheet variances
* Managing employee expenses and petty cash
* Producing weekly cash flow reports
* Maintaining the fixed asset register
* Assisting with VAT returns and year-end accounts
* Supporting wider finance and commercial teams as needed
What We’re Looking For
* Experience in a finance or accounting role (including month-end exposure)
* Studying towards, or keen to start, ACCA/CIMA
* Strong Excel skills and attention to detail
* Analytical mindset with a proactive, problem-solving approach
* Well-organised, able to meet deadlines in a busy environment
* Strong communication skills and a team-focused attitude
Why Join?
* Salary up to £35,000 depending on experience
* Clear opportunity for career progression and development
* Study support
* Collaborative and inclusive team environment
* A role where you can make a real impact
Job number 3717775
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