Assistant Accountant

Greenwellgleeson · Coventry, West Midlands

Assistant Accountant at Greenwellgleeson, based in Coventry, West Midlands, paying £35,000 - £40,000 per annum. This is a permanent role with hybrid working.

Salary
£35,000 - £40,000 per annum
Location
Coventry, West Midlands · Hybrid
Contract
Permanent
Posted
13 hours ago
Closes
17 Nov 2026
Sector
Accountant

20% below the typical rate for accountant

Reference candidates/jobs/assistant-accountant

About the role

Assistant Accountant, £35,000-£40,000, Coventry, Permanent, Hybrid

Greenwell Gleeson are working exclusively with a fast growing business based in Coventry to recruit an Assistant Accountant. This is an exciting opportunity to join that offers genuine growth and development.

Responsibilities

· Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations across all company accounts
· Process accounts payable and receivable transactions
· Maintain accurate financial records using Xero
· Contribute to preparing monthly management accounts and financial reports, in collaboration with external accountants
· Monitor cash flow and prepare cash flow forecasts
· Process payroll alongside the HR team, and the external payroll company
· Manage expense claims and petty cash processes
· Coordinate and support internal and external audit processes
· Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation
· Assist with annual budget preparation and quarterly reviews
· Analyse financial performance and provide insights to senior management
· Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies
· Support VAT returns and other statutory reporting requirements
· Assist with financial aspects of training program costing and pricing

Additional Responsibilities

· Maintain relationships with external accountants, auditors, and banking partners
· Support month-end and year-end closing procedures
· Assist with financial due diligence for new business opportunities
· Contribute to process improvements and system implementations
· Provide financial training and support to other departments as needed

Greenwell Gleeson Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

To find out more about how and why Greenwell Gleeson Ltd process your personal data in line with the data protection regime please go to the privacy notice on our website www.greenwellgleeson.co.uk

Reference: candidates/jobs/assistant-accountant · Posted 13 hours ago · Closes 17 Nov 2026 · Listed via Greenwellgleeson

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