Assistant Accountant
| Posting date: | 17 November 2025 |
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| Salary: | £28,000.0 to £32,000.0 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £28,000 - £32,000 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 December 2025 |
| Location: | Blackburn, Lancashire, BB1 1TT |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4745116_1763393003 |
Summary
About the Role:
Looking to recruit an Assistant Accountant for the Group on a full-time permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within a supportive finance team. You will report directly to the Group Accountant and play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the preparation of management accounts.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
- Maintain sales and purchase ledgers accurately and efficiently.
- Perform bank reconciliations, posting and balancing transactions.
- Post journals, including accruals and prepayments.
- Provide weekly wages information to the external payroll bureau.
- Prepare and report on debtors and creditors.
- Assist with quarterly VAT return preparation and submission.
- Complete balance sheet reconciliations.
- Support the preparation of management accounts.
Person Specification:
- AAT Level 4 qualified or nearing completion (QBE considered).
- Experience using Sage 50.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel essential).
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Flexible approach to work and ability to meet deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills at all levels.
- Proactive attitude towards improving systems and processes.
Working Hours & Benefits:
- Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:00am - 4:30pm and Friday 8:00am - 1:00pm.
- Holidays: 25 days plus 8 statutory days.
- Free on-site parking.
- 100% office-based role.
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