42 assistant accountant jobs found in Yeovil

Join a respected and growing business based in Poole, Dorset, as a Temporary Assistant Accountant. This organisation boasts a dedicated finance team and a progressive culture committed to excellence and continuous development. With a focus on operational efficiency and team support, this role offers a valuable platform to enhance accounting skills within an environment that values initiative and professionalism. The position provides immediate opportunities for those looking to make a tangible impact and potentially secure a longer-term career within the organisation. What will the Temporary Assistant Accountant role involve? Supporting the finance function with routine reconciliation activities to ensure accurate financial records Assisting with transactional processes such as banking and ledger postings Contributing to financial processes including VAT calculations, reporting and system projects Supporting process improvement initiatives and working closely with team members...

Our client, a global training consultancy based in Henley on Thames, is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join their Finance team on a 12 month fixed term contract covering maternity leave. Due to continued growth, this is an exciting time to join the business. Salary £30,000 per annum plus an excellent benefits package. Working Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, this is a hybrid role with 3 days working in the office and 2 days working from home. Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will play a key role in supporting the preparation of accurate financial information, month end reporting, financial analysis and wider business support activities. This role offers exposure across multiple areas of finance within a fast paced and growing organisation. Responsibilities * Support the preparation of monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary * Prepare month end journals, schedules and supporting analysis * Assist with balance sheet reconciliations...

Morgan McKinley is looking for an experienced, part-qualified Accountant to join a business based in the Horsham, West Sussex area. The Bookkeeper - Assistant Accountant will join a small Finance team, supporting with financial analysis and monthly management accounts. This finance role is to start ASAP and will be working initially on a 3 month fixed term contract basis. Location: Horsham, West Sussex Duration: 3 month fixed term contract Hours: 9-5 Assistant Management Accountant duties: Process foreign currency invoices and payments Process daily bank transactions across Main, Deposit, Reserve, USD, and EUR accounts Monitor and maintain stock and stock reconciliations Weekly balance sheet reconciliations for all bank accounts Preparation of month end balance sheet reconciliations Supporting month end management accounts Update and maintaining cash flow Financial analysis tasks such as: the annual budget process and review, monitor cash flow etc.Skills and experience:...

Assistant Accountant | 6-Month Contract | Immediate Start Location: Near Huntingdon Duration: 6-Month Contract Hours: 40 Hours per Week Working Arrangement: Fully Site-Based Start Date: ASAP Our client, a successful and growing manufacturing organisation, is seeking an experienced Assistant Accountant to join their finance team on a 6-month contract. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated finance professional to gain exposure to a varied accounting role within an international business environment. Working closely with the wider finance team, you'll play a key role in supporting day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and helping to maintain efficient financial processes across multiple business entities. Key Responsibilities Managing accounts receivable activities, including invoicing, reconciliations, credit notes and credit control. Processing purchase ledger invoices, employee expenses and company credit card transactions....

Assistant Accountant Location: Preston / Hybrid | Full-time | Practice-Based Role About the Role We're looking for an experienced Assistant Accountant to join a friendly, forward-thinking accountancy practice. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with practice experience who enjoys working closely with clients, developing their skills, and being part of a supportive and collaborative team. You'll be joining a modern firm that values transparency, flexibility, and personal development-offering a strong balance between professional growth and an enjoyable working environment. Key Responsibilities Bookkeeping and preparation of VAT returns using cloud-based accounting software Preparation of year-end accounts to review stage Assisting with personal tax returns (training provided if needed) Supporting senior team members with client work and queries Maintaining accurate financial records and working papers About You Minimum 3 years' experience within an accountancy...

This Assistant Management Accountant role in the retail industry offers an excellent opportunity to assist with financial operations and provide crucial support for budgeting and reporting. Based in Okehampton, this fixed-term position is perfect for professionals seeking to contribute to a thriving accounting and finance team. Client Details The hiring company is a small-sized organisation within the retail industry, known for its commitment to quality and operational excellence. They take pride in fostering a professional environment that focuses on delivering exceptional results. Description Prepare monthly management accounts and ensure timely reporting to stakeholders. Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to support strategic decision-making. Maintain financial records and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards. Collaborate with internal teams to monitor operational costs and profitability. Reconcile balance sheets and oversee general...

Assistant Management Accountant (12-Month Fixed Term Contract) 💼 Salary: £29,000 – £33,000 📍 Location: Okehampton, Devon 🕒 Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 📅 Contract: 12-Month Fixed Term Contract Are you an experienced finance professional with strong management accounting skills and advanced Excel experience? This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and growing Devon business, where you'll play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting, insightful analysis and supporting business decision-making. Working closely with the Assistant Financial Controller, you'll be responsible for producing management information, analysing financial performance and ensuring key financial processes are completed accurately and efficiently. What You'll Be Doing ✔ Producing weekly sales reports, KPI packs and management information ✔ Manipulating and analysing large volumes of data using Excel to provide meaningful business insights ✔ Assisting with...

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Assistant Financial Accountant to join a manufacturing finance team on a 12 month, fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will be responsible for financial records, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and month-end reports. This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in finance and accounting software to contribute to the organisation’s financial health and growth. The position involves working closely with various departments to support accurate financial reporting and analysis, utilising industry-standard tools such as QuickBooks, Sage, Xero, PeopleSoft, and other accounting software. Responsibilities * Supporting the full month-end close, including journals and reporting * Producing accounts, variance analysis, and performance packs * Delivering timely financial insights and KPI reporting * Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and scenario...

Are you an experienced finance professional seeking a new opportunity within the education sector? A reputable local employer is looking for an Assistant Financial Accountant to join their supportive Finance Department on a 12-month temporary basis to cover maternity leave. With a commitment to inclusivity, innovation and excellence, the role offers a vibrant campus environment, continuous professional development and a collaborative community dedicated to success. This role presents the chance to contribute directly to the financial integrity of the organisation, supporting key areas such as financial accounting, audit and tax compliance, and treasury management. You will work closely with the Head of Financial Control and become an integral part of a department recognised for its professionalism and excellence. What will the Assistant Financial Accountant role involve? Overseeing bank account reconciliations and ensuring control accounts are accurate and timely Assisting with...

Assistant Financial Accountant Day Rate: £250-£295 Location: Birmingham - Hybrid working (office attendance as required) We are recruiting two Assistant Financial Accountants to join a fast-paced project team supporting a high-profile Traded Services Review programme.This is an excellent opportunity for finance professionals in the early stages of their career to gain exposure to complex financial analysis, commercial decision-making, and public sector operations. You will work alongside senior finance specialists, supporting key workstreams and contributing to impactful financial insights. About the role As an Assistant Financial Accountant, you will play a key supporting role in analysing the financial performance of traded services and helping shape recommendations for future service delivery.Your work will be guided by experienced team members, but you'll be expected to bring strong technical capability, curiosity, and a collaborative mindset. Key responsibilities...

Your new company We are currently recruiting for an Assistant Management Accountant to join a well-established utilities business based in Chorley on a 6-month temporary basis. This opportunity is with a leading UK infrastructure services and engineering organisation that plays a vital role in supporting the country's essential utilities networks. The company specialises in designing, building and maintaining critical infrastructure across sectors including water, wastewater, energy and telecommunications. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience within a fast-paced finance team, with a hybrid working model offering flexibility. Your new role Reporting into the Management Accountant, you will support the finance function in delivering accurate and timely financial information. This position plays a key role in assisting with monthly management accounts, financial reporting and analysis. Key Responsibilities: Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts...

Are you an ambitious Finance Analyst looking to develop your career with a leading Facilities Management business? We're recruiting for a Finance Analyst to join a high-performing finance team in Greater London on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional to gain exposure to budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, business partnering, and performance analysis within a large and dynamic organisation. The Role   As Finance Analyst, you will play a key role in supporting financial planning, reporting, and operational decision-making across the business. Key responsibilities include: Supporting the Finance Controller with the preparation and consolidation of budgets, forecasts, and business plans. Producing accurate financial reports and performance analysis to support strategic decision-making. Providing meaningful financial insight and interpretation to operational stakeholders. Monitoring...

Part-Time Temporary Credit Control Assistant – Rochdale Our client based in Rochdale is seeking an experienced Credit Control Assistant to join their team on a part-time, temporary basis. Depending on business needs and workload, this role could lead to a longer-term or permanent opportunity for the right candidate. Salary: £16.00 per hour Hours: Flexible working hours, Monday to Friday, typically between 10:00am and 3:00pm. To be considered for this position, you must be able to demonstrate previous experience within credit control, accounts, or payroll functions. Key Responsibilities Chasing overdue payments by telephone and email. Managing customer queries and resolving invoice disputes. Maintaining sales ledger and credit control records. Calculating sales ledger reserves for monthly management accounts. Producing reports, statements, and customer account status updates. Assisting with purchase ledger duties and providing cover for the Company Accountant when required....

Hours 8.30am - 4.30pm (20-25hrs per week) Join Our Team as a Finance Assistant! What You'll Do: Checking emails Answering calls Purchase Ledger Invoice processing Data entry Cross referencing and checking balances & invoices using the inhouse system. Credit Control Accounting system exp - Xero or anotherWhat We're Looking For: Previous experience in a finance assistant role Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Teams Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across teams Organised, reliable, and self-motivated A positive, proactive, "can-do" attitude Desirable: Experience with accounting systems such as Xero.Why Join Us? Impactful Work: Be a part of an organisation that shapes minds and futures. Supportive Environment: Work alongside a dedicated team that values collaboration and positivity. Professional Growth: This role could lead to a permanent position with our client.Benefits of becoming an Office Angels Temp: Weekly Pay Up...

CMA Recruitment is supporting a global specialist in industrial machinery manufacturing, focused on designing and delivering complex processing equipment and solutions for large-scale manufacturing environments. This is a varied and hands-on role where you’ll play a key part in the finance function, working closely with the Finance Director and wider team. What will the interim Management Accountant role involve? Preparing accurate and timely monthly management accounts Completing and reviewing detailed balance sheet reconciliations, including prepayments, accruals, fixed assets, stock, WIP, debtors, creditors, bank, intercompany balances and customer advances Producing KPI reporting packs for senior management to support decision-making Reviewing key provisions such as stock, warranty and bad debts Assisting with budgeting and forecasting processes Liaising with external auditors and supporting both interim and year-end audit processes Monitoring overheads and tracking...

An AAT Level 4 qualified Management Accountant is required for a 12‑month maternity cover role. You will support the Financial Controller and senior finance team, producing accurate management information and ensuring effective financial processes and controls. Key Responsibilities * Weekly reporting including sales data, KPI packs and performance metrics using advanced Excel. * Period‑end accounts including journals, accruals, repayments, cost analysis and commentary. * Departmental spend analysis with clear explanations of variances against budget. * Balance sheet reconciliations including payroll control accounts and weekly payroll journals. * Audit support assisting with year‑end requirements. * Fixed asset register maintenance including capex review and depreciation. * VAT returns preparation and reconciliation of control accounts. * Financial pack preparation including intercompany postings and final reporting. * General finance support including...

Join a dynamic business within the professional services sector based in Basingstoke, Hampshire as a Management Accountant. This organisation, operating within a fast-paced and evolving environment, values integrity, teamwork, and continuous improvement. With a supportive culture and ambitions to streamline financial processes and build a resilient finance team, this role offers the chance for a motivated professional to make a tangible impact. The successful candidate will benefit from a collaborative working environment, development opportunities, and a chance to contribute directly to key financial operations. What will the Management Accountant role involve? Supporting management with accurate and timely management accounts, ensuring financial data reflects business performance Managing month-end close procedures, including accruals, prepayments, and related activities Supporting transactional finance tasks, contributing to process improvements Communicating effectively with...

Purchase Ledger Assistant (Potential to Go Permanent) Location: Havant Salary: £13.00 per hour Contract Type: Temporary (with potential to become permanent) Overview We are currently recruiting for a Purchase Ledger Assistant to join a busy finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to start or develop a career in finance, with full training provided and future study support (AAT) available for the right candidate. Key Responsibilities Processing a high volume of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently Managing invoice approvals and ensuring timely authorisation Performing supplier statement reconciliations Supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc duties as requiredAbout You A keen interest in finance or accounting, with a desire to build a long-term career in this field Good IT skills Strong attention to detail and good numerical ability Well organised with a proactive approach to work Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and...

Administrator – Plymouth – Temporary Assignment 💼 Rate: £15.60 - £20.00 per hour + Holiday Pay 📍 Location: Plymouth, Devon 🕒 Hours: 37 hours per week (4pm finish every Friday) 📅 Start: ASAP Are you an experienced Administrator who has previously worked within Financial Services and looking for your next opportunity within a professional environment? Our client is seeking an organised and detail-focused administrator to support their busy financial services team on a temporary basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous experience within Financial Planning, Wealth Management, Banking, Mortgages, Insurance or another FCA-regulated environment. You'll play a key role in ensuring client administration is completed accurately, efficiently and in line with regulatory requirements. There is also the potential for this position to become permanent for the right person. What You'll Be Doing ✔ Providing administrative support to Financial Advisers, Paraplanners...

I am recruiting for a Senior Accountant -Transactions. The role will be for 6 months and could pay up to £400 p/day. The role will be hybrid (1 day p/week in the office) and is based in the home counties. Main duties include: Carry out the daily, monthly and quarterly treasury operations as required Assist in maintaining robust treasury management policies and procedures for the Council (e.g. TMSS, TMPs & TMSs) review for appropriateness and recommend changes to ensure effective control and management of treasury risks and activities; Maintain the Council's liquidity position by managing cash surpluses as per Council's investment policies and strategies. Lead the Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and Payroll teams: in all aspects on a day-to-day basis. This includes effective communication via regular 1-2-1's, setting annual targets and carrying out staff appraisals, holding regular section meetings, contributing to their individual training and development plans, and...