Assistant Accountant
Posted 1 day ago by HAYS
Negotiable
Fixed-Term
Hybrid
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, UK
Summary: The Assistant Accountant role is a 9-month fixed-term contract based in Nottingham, focusing on maternity cover within a dynamic finance team. The position involves supporting the Finance Management team in producing monthly management accounts and delivering financial insights. The role offers hybrid working options after performance is established, allowing for flexibility in work arrangements. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and strong attention to detail to thrive in this high-performing environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage financials for two subsidiaries within the group
- Perform balance sheet reconciliations (accruals, bank accounts, client accounts)
- Review and submit VAT returns
- Complete month-end duties for subsidiaries and the wider group
- Handle departmental accounting
- Conduct nominal and departmental costing reviews
- Assist with external audit preparation
- Support forecasting and data analysis
- Contribute to ad hoc finance projects
Key Skills:
- AAT qualification preferred (or equivalent experience)
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
- Proactive approach with the ability to identify and resolve issues
- Team player with strong communication skills
- Proficiency in finance systems, including Sage 50, Xero, and Excel
Salary (Rate): £30,000 yearly
City: Nottingham
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: fixed-term
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Assistant Accountant Job - Based in Nottingham for 9 month fixed-term Contract
Assistant Accountant (9-Month Maternity Cover)
Location: Nottingham
Salary: From £30,000 per annum
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week (typically 9am-5pm, 1-hour lunch)
Hybrid Working: Up to 2 days WFH once performance is established
Contract: Fixed-term (9 months)
About the Role:
Hays is recruiting on behalf of a dynamic, multi-site business based in Nottingham for a 9-month maternity cover position. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performing finance team.
As Assistant Accountant, you'll support the Finance Management team in producing monthly management accounts and delivering key financial insights across the business.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage financials for two subsidiaries within the group
- Perform balance sheet reconciliations (accruals, bank accounts, client accounts)
- Review and submit VAT returns
- Complete month-end duties for subsidiaries and the wider group
- Handle departmental accounting
- Conduct nominal and departmental costing reviews
- Assist with external audit preparation
- Support forecasting and data analysis
- Contribute to ad hoc finance projects
What We're Looking For:
AAT qualification preferred (or equivalent experience)
Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
Proactive approach with the ability to identify and resolve issues
Team player with strong communication skills
Proficiency in finance systems, including Sage 50, Xero, and Excel
Why Join Us?
Competitive salary
Gain exposure to a wide range of accounting functions
Enjoy flexible hybrid working options
Work in a supportive and collaborative environment