Assistant Accountant

Description:

Assistant Accountant - Cardiff
 

Salary: £26,000 - £34,000 (DOE) + Free On-Site Parking
Full-Time | Permanent | Office-Based

Are you a motivated finance professional looking to broaden your experience in a varied and fast-paced role? We are currently seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Accountant to join our dynamic finance team based in Cardiff.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience across key areas of finance including accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit control, management accounts, and month-end procedures. The successful candidate will also support forecasting and perform accurate data entry to maintain financial integrity across the business.
 

Key Responsibilities:
 

• • Accounts Payable: Process supplier invoices, reconcile statements, and prepare payment runs.
  • Accounts Receivable: Raise sales invoices, allocate incoming payments, and chase outstanding debt.
  • Credit Control: Monitor customer credit limits, perform credit checks, and liaise with clients to resolve overdue accounts.
  • Management Accounts Support: Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reporting.
  • Month-End Duties: Journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations.
  • Forecasting: Support the finance manager with cash flow forecasting and budget preparation.
  • Data Entry: Ensure all financial transactions are accurately recorded in the accounting system.
     
• About You:
  • • Previous experience in a similar accounting or finance role is essential.
    • Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping.
    • Confident using accounting software (experience with Sage, Xero, or similar systems preferred).
    • Proficient in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, etc.).
    • Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail.
    • AAT qualified or studying towards AAT/ACCA/CIMA (desirable but not essential).
    • Team player with strong communication skills and a proactive approach.
       
  • What We Offer:
    • • Competitive salary between £26,000 - £34,000 depending on experience.
      • Free on-site parking.
      • Supportive team environment with development opportunities.
      • Company pension scheme.
      • Well know brand
      • Career progression for the right candidate.