Assistant Accountant

Assistant Accountant | £32,000- £35,000 | Bolton| Flexible Working Hours | Fantastic Benefits Package

Axon Moore are working closely with an ambitious business in the Bolton area that are looking to recruit an Assistant Accountant for their growing team. With exciting plans moving forward, this is a great opportunity to join an enterprising business.

The role will be working closely with the Finance Director to ensure a smooth accounting process. As such, this role is well-suited to a confident, adept and personable Accounts Assistant who is fast-learning and hard-working.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

Managing purchase and sales ledger processes
Performing bank and balance sheet reconciliations
Supporting the month-end close (journals, accruals, prepayments)
Assisting in the preparation of monthly management accounts
Maintaining accurate and compliant financial records
Supporting VAT returns and wider finance reporting
Collaborating with the finance team to improve processes and reporting
Required Skills and Experience:

Previous experience working in a similar position
Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel
Adaptable and flexible
Positive can-do attitude with an enthusiastic approach
Strong organisational skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Team player with ability to work independently
Clear, confident telephone manner
Benefits Include:

Up to £35,000 starting salary
Flexible working hours (37.5 hours per week)
30 days annual leave
Company pension scheme
Death in service
Free onsite parking
“Our local Lancashire Axon Moore team recruit all accounting and finance roles from CFO to transactional finance on both a temporary and permanent basis. For more information about this role or our wider team at (url removed).” INDFIN