Accountable Recruitment Limited
Assistant Financial Accountant
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Assistant Financial Accountant
Location: Liverpool
Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 DOE
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Overview of the Role
Accountable are recruiting for an Assistant Financial Accountant to join a growing finance team within a well-established business. Reporting into the Financial Controller, you will be responsible for producing timely and accurate financial reporting, supporting month-end processes, maintaining forecasts, and providing valuable financial insight to support business performance.
This role offers an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional to develop their skills within a fast-paced commercial environment while gaining exposure to a broad range of accounting and reporting responsibilities.
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Key Responsibilities
- Produce weekly financial reports and management information to support business performance.
- Maintain and update rolling forecasts in partnership with operational teams.
- Assist with the preparation of month-end accounts, including profit & loss reporting and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Prepare VAT returns and support intercompany reporting processes.
- Provide financial analysis and reporting support to finance and commercial stakeholders.
- Assist with payroll-related activities and reporting requirements.
- Produce ad hoc financial reports and analysis as required.
- Support ongoing improvements to financial reporting, controls, and processes.
Key Requirements
- Previous experience within a finance, accounting, or management accounts environment.
- Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight reporting deadlines.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
- Proactive, organised, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Advanced Excel skills, including lookups, SUMIFS, and Pivot Tables.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
- Part-qualified ACCA or CIMA desirable.
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Benefits
- Salary of £30,000 - £32,000 depending on experience.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Company pension scheme.
- Excellent opportunity for professional development and career progression.
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