Assistant Accountant

Assistant Accountant Wakefield A growing and highly successful manufacturing business is looking to appoint an Assistant Accountant to join its finance team in Wakefield. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to develop their career within a supportive and collaborative environment. The business has experienced significant growth in recent years and continues to invest across its operations, creating genuine opportunities for development and progression. Working closely with senior members of the finance team, you will gain exposure to management accounting, financial reporting, systems improvement and wider business projects. The Role Key responsibilities will include: * Supporting the month-end close process * Preparing balance sheet reconciliations * Reviewing financial transactions and ledger activity * Assisting with management accounts preparation * Supporting financial reporting and analysis * Providing assistance to Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions when required * Supporting audit and compliance activities * Contributing to process improvement initiatives * Assisting with ERP and systems development projects * Supporting finance projects across the wider business About You We are keen to speak with candidates who: * Are AAT qualified or studying towards a professional accounting qualification * Have previous experience within a finance or accounting environment * Possess a strong understanding of accounting principles * Have experience supporting month-end processes and reconciliations * Are highly organised with excellent attention to detail * Enjoy working collaboratively within a team environment * Are keen to continue developing their finance career Candidates from both industry and accountancy practice backgrounds will be considered. What's in it for You? * Opportunity to join a growing and financially secure business * Exposure to a broad range of accounting responsibilities * Fully funded professional study support * Supportive and collaborative finance team * Hybrid working available following successful onboarding * Excellent pension and wider benefits package * Genuine long-term career development opportunities If you're looking for a role where you'll gain broad exposure, work alongside an experienced finance team and play a part in a growing business, we'd love to hear from you