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Assistant Accountant

Birkenhead, Merseyside
remote
Permanent
32000 - 35000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a well established business within the manufacturing sector looking to appoint a motivated and detail focused Assistant Accountant. Supporting the Accountant, you will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting and smooth day to day finance operations.Wirral based, onsite. 37 hours per week.About the Role:This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their accounting career in a hands on environment.Key Responsibilities:<ul data-end="1862" data-start="748"><li data-start="748" data-end="810">Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts.</li><li data-end="858" data-start="811">Support budgeting and forecasting processes.</li><li data-end="904" data-start="859">Maintain and reconcile the general ledger.</li><li data-end="978" data-start="905">Prepare and post journal entries (including accruals and prepayments).</li><li data-start="979" data-end="1037">Perform bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.</li><li data-end="1114" data-start="1038">Provide accounts payable support (holiday cover).</li><li data-start="1168" data-end="1224">Process supplier invoices and ensure timely payments.</li><li data-start="1225" data-end="1292">Monitor customer accounts and follow up on outstanding balances.</li><li data-start="1293" data-end="1351">Assist with VAT return preparation and submission.</li><li data-end="1470" data-start="1406">Produce financial reports and analysis as required</li><li data-end="1731" data-start="1674">Provide general administrative support to the finance team</li></ul> Skills & Experience Required:<ul data-start="1903" data-end="2333"><li data-end="1959" data-start="1903">Previous experience in an accounting or finance role</li><li data-end="1989" data-start="1960">Strong numerical and analytical skills</li><li data-start="2089" data-end="2145">Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems</li><li data-start="2146" data-end="2196">High level of accuracy and attention to detail</li><li data-start="2197" data-end="2249">Strong organisational skills</li><li data-end="2303" data-start="2250">Ability to work independently and collaboratively</li></ul>Benefits:<ul data-start="2354" data-end="2850"><li data-end="2440" data-start="2354">Contributory Pension Scheme (5% employer contribution, rising to 10% with service)</li><li data-end="2483" data-start="2441">Medical Cash Back Plan</li><li data-start="2484" data-end="2521">Life Assurance (4x annual salary)</li><li data-start="2522" data-end="2550">Annual performance bonus</li><li data-start="2551" data-end="2572">Annual pay review</li><li data-start="2573" data-end="2597">Free on-site parking</li><li data-start="2598" data-end="2622">Cycle to Work scheme</li><li data-end="2651" data-start="2623">Employee Assistance Programme (health & wellbeing support)</li><li data-start="2715" data-end="2763">Ongoing training & development opportunities</li><li data-end="2850" data-start="2764">25 days holiday + bank holidays + 1 company holiday</li></ul>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hsb2Uua2VsbHkuNjc3ODguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-05-05T15:19:27Z