Senior Assistant Accountant — Lead Month-End & Reporting

Lanes Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water services provider in the UK is looking for a Senior Assistant Accountant to manage a team of Assistant Accountants and oversee financial operations. This role involves collaborating with Management Accountants for reporting, ensuring data accuracy, and preparing for audits. Ideal candidates will be studying towards an ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualification and possess strong Excel and analytical skills. The position offers a salary of up to £36,000 and numerous benefits, including 24 days of holiday and a pension scheme. The role is on-site in Leeds.

Benefits

24 days holidays

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Studying towards a professional accounting qualification like ACA, ACCA, or CIMA.
• Previous experience in finance or accounting is required.
• Proficient in Excel and able to analyze financial data.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day workload of Assistant Accountants.
• Liaise with Management Accountants for monthly reports.
• Oversee accruals and prepayments across departments.
• Maintain financial records ensuring data accuracy.
• Assist with audit preparation and external reporting.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

Analytical abilities

Problem-solving abilities

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork capabilities

Time management

Education

Studying towards ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualification

Previous experience in a finance or accounting role

Job description

A leading water services provider in the UK is looking for a Senior Assistant Accountant to manage a team of Assistant Accountants and oversee financial operations. This role involves collaborating with Management Accountants for reporting, ensuring data accuracy, and preparing for audits. Ideal candidates will be studying towards an ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualification and possess strong Excel and analytical skills. The position offers a salary of up to £36,000 and numerous benefits, including 24 days of holiday and a pension scheme. The role is on-site in Leeds.