Assistant Accountant

Job Title: Assistant Accountant Location: Manchester City Centre (Hybrid Working) Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 (depending on experience) Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Client Details We are looking for a driven and detail-focused Assistant Accountant to join a growing finance team based in Manchester City Centre. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to develop their accounting career within a supportive environment, gaining exposure to a wide range of finance duties. Description The key responsibilities of an Assistant Accountant will be: Handle multi-currency accounts payable processes, including invoice processing, supplier record maintenance and payment runs Generate customer invoices, allocate receipts across global accounts, and reconcile accounts receivable balances Complete daily multi-currency bank reconciliations and assist with monitoring cash flow Process international payments, fund transfers, and foreign exchange transactions Prepare and post journals, including accruals, prepayments, and currency revaluations Reconcile key balance sheet accounts such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash, and intercompany balances Support month-end close activities and assist with management reporting Assist with VAT/GST and other international tax filings Communicate with overseas teams, suppliers, and customers to resolve financial queries Ensure adherence to financial controls and assist with internal and external audit requirements Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to system enhancementsProfile The successful Assistant Accountant will be: Currently studying towards AAT or in the early stages of ACCA/CIMA. Previous experience within a broader finance role Strong numerical ability with good analytical thinking skills Confident user of Excel and familiar with accounting systems Experience with Oracle is advantageous but not required High level of accuracy and strong organisational skills Proactive mindset with a willingness to learn and develop Able to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a teamJob Offer A salary between £28,000 - £32,000 per annum, based on experience Hybrid working - 3 days in office, 2 days working from home Study support Generous annual leave entitlement Life assurance Discount vouchers Medical insurance Work from Anywhere scheme: Up to 4 weeks available per annum to work from anywhere in the world Enhanced family leave policies