Full job descriptionFinancial AccountantLocation: Leicester
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000
Working Pattern: 5 days on-site
The OpportunityOur client is a successful and fast-paced business based in Leicester, looking to appoint a Financial Accountant to join their finance team.
This is a broad role covering day-to-day accounting, month-end reporting, forecasting and supporting the wider finance function. The successful candidate will also have responsibility for managing members of the finance team.
Key Responsibilities*Manage the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions, including invoice processing and payment runs
*Complete bank and balance sheet reconciliations, intercompany agreements and journal postings
*Prepare accruals and prepayments and support the month-end process through to management accounts
*Assist with monthly forecasting, budgeting and basic cashflow forecasting
*Support the business through year-end audit and work with external advisors where required
*Identify and resolve day-to-day accounting issues, ensuring accurate financial records
*Complete relevant statistical and regulatory returns
*Provide support and guidance to the wider finance team, including staff management
*Assist with ad-hoc finance projects and process improvements
About YouWe’re looking for an AAT-qualified accountant who is comfortable working in a medium-sized, fast-paced environment and enjoys a varied role.
You’ll ideally have:
*AAT qualification - essential
*Studying towards ACCA would be advantageous
*Strong ERP/accounting system experience
*Good Excel skills
*Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
*Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
*Previous experience managing or overseeing finance staff
This is an excellent opportunity for an AAT-qualified accountant looking for a varied, hands-on role with genuine responsibility.