Senior Accounts Assistant

Morgan McKinley is partnering with a growing construction business based in Wigan to recruit a Senior Assistant Accountant to join their finance team on a permanent basis. Role In this position, you will report into the Financial Controller, acting as a trusted senior member of the finance team. You will be responsible for performing bank reconciliations across two business entities and supporting month-end accounting processes, while also supervising the Purchase Ledger Clerk within the same business. Key Responsibilities: * Completing bank reconciliations for two separate business entities * Supporting the preparation of month-end accounts * Assisting with balance sheet reconciliations * Posting and reviewing journals * Supervising and supporting the Purchase Ledger Clerk * Maintaining strong financial controls and accurate financial records * Supporting reporting and analysis for the Financial Controller Ideal Candidate Profile: * Previous experience in an Assistant Accountant or similar role * Strong experience with bank reconciliations and month-end processes * Experience supervising or mentoring junior finance staff * Experience using either Kerridge Commercial Systems or Keyloop would be preferable, but not essential. * Highly organised with excellent attention to detail * Strong Excel skills and confidence using accounting systems Salary & Benefits £30,000 - £35,000 per annum Permanent, full-time opportunity within a stable and supportive finance team Office-based role with a half-day finish on Fridays