Assistant Accountant
  • England,North West,Greater Manchester
  • Full Time, Permanent
  • £28,000 - £32,000 per annum
Job Description:
Axon Moore are delighted to be exclusively partnering with a highly successful, growing business in South Manchester as they look to appoint a driven and ambitious Assistant Accountant to join their expanding finance team.

This is a brilliant opportunity for someone currently studying AAT / ACCA / CIMA, with previous experience in transactional finance, who is now looking to gain broader exposure across month-end and develop into a more rounded management accountant over time.

You’ll be joining a supportive, hands-on team environment where professional development and career progression are genuinely encouraged.

Location: South Manchester + Hybrid

Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 + Study Support

Role Overview:

As Assistant Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting the month-end close and day-to-day finance operations. You will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting reconciliations, and assisting with financial reporting across the group.

Key Responsibilities:
*Daily reconciliation of rental income
*Full ownership of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
*Preparation of weekly KPI reporting packs
*Month-end duties including accruals, prepayments and journal postings
*Assist with monthly balance sheet reconciliations
*Support year-end audit queries and preparation
*Provide ad hoc support to the Finance Manager and wider finance team
Ideal Candidate Profile:
*Actively studying AAT / ACCA / CIMA (or equivalent)
*Previous experience in a similar Assistant Accountant or high-volume transactional finance role
*Comfortable working in a multi-entity environment
*Proactive, with strong attention to detail and a hands-on approach
*Confident communicator, both written and verbal
*Excel skills including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables are desirable
What’s on Offer:
*Full study support (AAT / ACCA / CIMA / ICAEW)
*Additional study leave (1 day for exam, 1 day for revision)
*Hybrid working – 1 day working from home
*Free onsite parking
*Sociable and supportive team culture
*Long-term development opportunities

If you’re looking for a South Manchester-based finance role that offers real progression, great culture, and strong mentorship, then this is not one to miss.
Job number 3470417

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