Assistant Accountant
Norwich
Full-time or Part-time
Hybrid working available (3 days in the office 2 from home for a FT working week)
£30,000 - £35,000 FTE


This opportunity will appeal to candidates who want meaningful responsibility, broad exposure and a role that genuinely develops them beyond a narrow accounts remit.
The Opportunity
Our client is a growing organisation with a distinctive approach to supporting its customers. Working closely alongside customer teams and external stakeholders, they provide hands-on financial support across a varied and interesting range of work.
This is an environment where flexibility, trust and capability are valued, and where individuals are encouraged to take ownership, develop quickly and progress as the organisation continues to expand.
The Role
The Assistant Accountant role is a key position within the team.
Full training and ongoing development are provided, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to strengthen their technical skills while gaining wider commercial exposure.
Core Responsibilities
*Sales Ledger and Purchase Ledger management
*Credit Control
*Cashflow forecasting
*Payment runs
*VAT returns
*Handling HMRC queries and inspections
*Preparation of Management Accounts
*Maintaining lead schedules, including accruals and prepayments
*Maintaining fixed asset registers and calculating depreciation
*Attending Board Meetings (primarily via Teams/Zoom) and responding to finance-related queries
The Ideal Candidate
*Conscientious, reliable and detail-driven
*Comfortable working autonomously as well as within a team
*Organised, adaptable and commercially curious
*Confident communicating with stakeholders
Previous experience across the above areas is advantageous but not essential. What matters most is the ability and motivation to learn, combined with a strong work ethic and a willingness to take responsibility.
Why Consider This Role?
*Broad exposure beyond a traditional accounts role
*Clear development and progression opportunities
*Full training and ongoing support
*Flexible working options (full-time or part-time)
*A collaborative and supportive working environment


For candidates seeking variety, responsibility and development within a growing organisation, this role represents a genuinely compelling opportunity. For more information, apply with your CV attached and call the Reed Norwich office to speak with Eleanor or Lucy for more information.