Assistant Accountant
JACKSON HOGG · Yorkshire
Assistant Accountant at JACKSON HOGG, based in Yorkshire, paying £30,000 - £35,000 per month. This is a permanent role.
- Salary
- £30,000 - £35,000 per month
- Location
- Yorkshire
- Contract
- Permanent
- Posted
- 2 weeks ago
- Closes
- 21 Oct 2026
- Sector
- Accountant
Bang in line with the market for accountant
Reference 16522
About the role
Assistant Accountant
Leeds | £30,000 - £35,000
Are you an ambitious finance professional looking to take the next step in your career?
We are partnering with an exciting and rapidly growing Leeds-based business that is looking to appoint an Assistant Accountant to support its expanding finance function.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic organisation where your contribution will be valued, your development supported, and your career progression encouraged. Working closely with a knowledgeable finance team, you'll gain broad exposure across management accounts, reporting, and financial analysis whilst playing a key role in the company's continued growth.
The Role
As Assistant Accountant, you'll support the day-to-day running of the finance department and assist with producing accurate financial information to support business decision-making.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts
- Producing balance sheet reconciliations and investigating variances
- Supporting month-end and year-end close processes
- Accruals, prepayments, and journal postings
- Assisting with cash flow forecasting and reporting
- Supporting budgeting and forecasting activities
- Processing and reconciling bank transactions
- Maintaining fixed asset registers
- Assisting with VAT returns and statutory reporting requirements
- Producing financial reports and analysis for senior management
- Supporting external audits and liaising with stakeholders
- Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes and controls
We're looking for a proactive and driven individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and wants to develop their finance career.
Ideally you'll have:
- Previous experience in an Assistant Accountant, Accounts Assistant, or Finance Assistant role
- AAT qualified and studying towards ACCA/CIMA (or looking to start)
- Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial systems
- Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills
- Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships across the business
- A positive, can-do attitude and a willingness to learn
What's in it for You?
? Salary of £30,000 - £35,000
? Genuine career progression opportunities
? Exposure to a wide range of finance responsibilities
? Supportive and collaborative team environment
Apply Today
If you're looking for a role where you can develop your skills, take on greater responsibility, and be part of an ambitious growth journey, we'd love to hear from you.
Assistant Accountant
Leeds | £30,000 - £35,000
Are you an ambitious finance professional looking to take the next step in your career?
We are partnering with an exciting and rapidly growing Leeds-based business that is looking to appoint an Assistant Accountant to support its expanding finance function.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic organisation where your contribution will be valued, your development supported, and your career progression encouraged. Working closely with a knowledgeable finance team, you'll gain broad exposure across management accounts, reporting, and financial analysis whilst playing a key role in the company's continued growth.
The Role
As Assistant Accountant, you'll support the day-to-day running of the finance department and assist with producing accurate financial information to support business decision-making.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts
- Producing balance sheet reconciliations and investigating variances
- Supporting month-end and year-end close processes
- Accruals, prepayments, and journal postings
- Assisting with cash flow forecasting and reporting
- Supporting budgeting and forecasting activities
- Processing and reconciling bank transactions
- Maintaining fixed asset registers
- Assisting with VAT returns and statutory reporting requirements
- Producing financial reports and analysis for senior management
- Supporting external audits and liaising with stakeholders
- Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes and controls
We're looking for a proactive and driven individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and wants to develop their finance career.
Ideally you'll have:
- Previous experience in an Assistant Accountant, Accounts Assistant, or Finance Assistant role
- AAT qualified and studying towards ACCA/CIMA (or looking to start)
- Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial systems
- Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills
- Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships across the business
- A positive, can-do attitude and a willingness to learn
? Salary of £30,000 - £35,000
? Genuine career progression opportunities
? Exposure to a wide range of finance responsibilities
? Supportive and collaborative team environment
Apply Today
If you're looking for a role where you can develop your skills, take on greater responsibility, and be part of an ambitious growth journey, we'd love to hear from you.
Reference: 16522 · Posted 2 weeks ago · Closes 21 Oct 2026 · Listed via JACKSON HOGG
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