AAT L4 Assistant Accountant
| Posting date: | 01 April 2026 |
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| Salary: | £32,000.0 to £35,000.0 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Dependent on Experience |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 April 2026 |
| Location: | Staffordshire, ST1 4EU |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4784736_1774944673 |
Summary
The Role
You will play a key part in the finance team, supporting daily operations and contributing to accurate financial reporting. Responsibilities include:
Essential Duties
- Assisting with the preparation of management accounts and reports
- Ensuring all financial practices align with accounting standards and company policies
- Completing bank reconciliations
- Providing payroll support
- Managing intercompany transactions
- Supporting year‑end audit processes
- Payroll consolidation tasks
Desired Experience
- Handling purchase ledger activities
- Fixed asset accounting
- Preparing and reviewing financial statements, budgets, and forecasts
- Conducting variance analysis to highlight trends and identify potential issues
- Working collaboratively with other departments to support business decisions
Additional Requirements
- Carrying out ad hoc duties as required by senior management and directors
- Experience with Sage (1000) is advantageous.
Skills & Qualifications
- AAT Level 4 qualification (minimum requirement)
- Solid understanding of financial accounting principles and procedures
- Proficiency with accounting software such as Sage, PeopleSoft, QuickBooks, or Xero
- Strong analytical skills and excellent attention to detail
- Advanced Excel abilities for data analysis and reporting
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team
Hours of Work
- Monday to Friday, 39 hours per week
Benefits
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Competitive pension scheme
- Life assurance
- On‑site parking
- On‑site canteen
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