Assistant Accountant

Job Description

Butler Rose is working with a manufacturing business in the Banbury area in their search for an Assistant Accountant to join their Finance team. This will be a six-month fixed-term contract, paying up to £40,000.

Key Responsibilities:
- Preparing management accounts and ensuring financial accuracy up to trial balance.
- Overseeing the accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) functions.
- Managing bank reconciliations, accruals, and prepayments.
- Supporting month-end close processes and liaising with the group finance team.
- Handling general ledger reconciliations and assisting with financial reporting.
- Working closely with senior management to provide financial insights.

Requirements:
- QBE or AAT Qualified with experience in a similar role.
- Manufacturing or FMCG industry experience is highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of trial balance and management accounts preparation.
- Hands-on experience in AP, AR, and general finance functions.
- Previous exposure to a group finance structure is advantageous.
- Proficiency in accounting software and strong Excel skills.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in an SME environment, is comfortable managing multiple finance tasks, and enjoys working in a business that is scaling up.

To apply, please submit your CV or contact us for more details.

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.