Assistant Accountant - Maternity cover

Experienced Assistant Accountant required for a growing retail/insurance business based in Bradford. Established over 150 years they aim to provide their customers with the best market-leading services. This position is to cover maternity leave, requiring an immediate start.

• Competitive salary + hybrid working + 25 days holiday plus stats.
• Modern, new offices.
• A business with strong values and beliefs!
• Profitable with year-on-year growth.
• Working in a well-established, supportive, and friendly environment.

The purpose of the role is to support the Head of Finance. Duties will include:

• Maintaining the Purchase Ledger.
• Updating and maintaining the cashbook.
• Bank reconciliations.
• Stock accounting.
• Intercompany transactions.
• Monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
• Profit and loss variance reporting.
• Accruals and prepayments.
• Preparation and posting of monthly journals.
• Monthly VAT return.
• Updating and maintaining the fixed asset register.
• Other ad hoc duties as required.

This search is not limited to any industry. Previous experience is essential:

• A solid understanding of debits and credits is essential.
• You must be IT literate with working knowledge of Excel (Pivot Tables, VLookups, XLookups, Forumula's etc).
• Sage Line 200 experience is desirable.
• The ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines is essential.
• Accuracy and attention to detail is essential.