Assistant Accountant

Assistant Accountant Location: Huntingdon (Hybrid/On-site) Salary: £32 - £35k + Benefits We are delighted to be partnering with a well-established and growing manufacturing organisation to recruit an Assistant Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity to join an innovative business operating across multiple high-performance industries, offering real scope to develop and make an impact. Reporting into the Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting the finance function and contributing to continuous improvement across financial processes. Key Responsibilities Maintain daily and monthly cashflow forecasts Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts, including: Trial Balance Profit & Loss Balance Sheet Variance analysis with commentary Reconcile control accounts Post accruals, prepayments, and other journals (including sales, cost of sales, and payroll) Maintain the fixed asset register and process depreciation Support budgeting processes and monthly cost reporting to department managers Assist with year-end processes and financial analysis Conduct financial reporting and ad hoc investigations Perform daily banking activities and bank reconciliations Support VAT return preparation (quarterly) Calculate product gross margins Contribute to the development of financial systems and internal controls About You Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role, ideally within a manufacturing environment AAT/CIMA part-qualified or actively studying towards a professional accounting qualification Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy Confident communicator with the ability to work cross-functionally Proactive, self-motivated, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment Advanced Excel skills (including pivot tables, SUMIFs, VLOOKUPs) What’s on Offer Opportunity to join a growing and forward-thinking business Exposure to a broad finance remit Support for ongoing professional development Collaborative and dynamic working environment For further information, please contact Kul Mahal on (phone number removed) or email, INDFIN