Morgan McKinley
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Assistant Accountant to join a well-established and growing manufacturing business based in Stroud.
This is a newly created position, offering the chance to join a stable organisation during an exciting period of succession and development within the finance team. Working closely with senior finance leadership, you'll gain exposure to a broad range of accounting responsibilities and have the opportunity to develop your skills across the full accounting cycle.
The business is looking for someone with a strong finance foundation who is eager to learn, take ownership, and progress their career within a supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the month-end close process
- Prepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliations
- Assist with VAT returns and compliance activities
- Maintain and monitor fixed asset records
- Support sales ledger and purchase ledger processes
- Assist with management accounts preparation
- Ensure accurate financial records and reporting
- Provide finance support across the wider business as required
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Strong understanding of core accounting principles
- Previous exposure to month-end processes
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
- A proactive and positive approach to work
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work within a small team
What's on Offer
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Matched pension contributions up to 7%
- Death in service cover
- Study support available following probation
- Genuine progression and development opportunities
- Broad exposure across the finance function
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
This role would suit an experienced Accounts Assistant, Assistant Accountant, Finance Officer, or Finance Assistant looking to take the next step in their career and gain wider accounting exposure within a successful and established business.
Apply today to find out more.
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