Assistant Accountant

Location: Office-based - Runcorn

Job Purpose

AAT-qualified Assistant Accountant / Accounts Assistant to support the finance team with month-end processes, ledger maintenance, and day-to-day accounting operations. This role is ideal for someone looking to develop their accounting career within a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journals, including accruals and prepayments
• Assist with month-end close and balance sheet reconciliations
• Support the sales ledger and purchase ledger teams
• Process supplier invoices and customer receipts
• Reconcile bank accounts and control accounts
• Assist with VAT returns and audit preparation
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation
• Respond to internal and external finance queries

Person Specification

• AAT Level 3 upwards
• Experience with accruals, prepayments, and journals
• Good Excel and general IT skills