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Assistant Accountant
Permanent, Full Time
28,000 p.a.
Hybrid - Runcorn
Why Join Us?
Are you looking to grow your finance career in a dynamic and supportive environment? We're seeking an ambitious Assistant Accountant to join our team, where you'll play a key role in financial reporting and analysis across corporate functions. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your technical accounting skills and gain exposure to a wide range of finance operations.
Your Role
As Assistant Accountant, you'll support the Finance Business Partners in delivering accurate and timely financial reporting. Your responsibilities will include:
- Processing monthly central recharges across business units
- Reconciling recharges quarterly and communicating variances
- Supporting month-end close and reporting across P&L and balance sheet
- Posting journals and assisting with financial commentary
- Completing balance sheet reconciliations with full audit trail
- Supporting internal and external stakeholders with financial queries
- Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within the finance team
What We're Looking For
Essential:
- Minimum 12 months' experience in a general ledger finance role
- Strong analytical and reconciliation skills
- Ability to work accurately and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
- Experience engaging with stakeholders collaboratively
- A proactive, "can-do" attitude and team spirit
Desirable:
- AAT qualified or studying towards ACA/CIMA/ACCA
- Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Business Central)
- Advanced Excel skills
- Familiarity with P&L reporting, accruals, and variance analysis
Why You'll Love Working With Us
You'll be part of a forward-thinking finance team that values growth, collaboration, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to take the next step in your accounting career, we'd love to hear from you!
Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.
Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application.
