Assistant Accountant

Hays Business Support • Permanent • Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire, England, United Kingdom • £30k - £35k / year • 18h ago

Assistant Accountant Salary: £35000

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Accountant to join a growing organisation operating within the renewable energy sector. This varied role offers exposure to all aspects of the finance function, including management accounts, financial reporting, treasury, budgeting, forecasting, audit support and commercial analysis.

Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will play a key role in delivering accurate, timely and insightful financial information to support operational and strategic decision-making. You will work closely with internal stakeholders, balancing strong financial controls with a practical, business-focused approach.

Key Responsibilities

Support the preparation of monthly, half-year and annual financial reporting.
Assist with budgeting, forecasting, VAT returns and management information reporting.
Prepare journals and maintain accurate accounting records.
Support variance analysis and provide meaningful financial commentary.
Complete balance sheet reconciliations and contribute to a robust control environment.
Manage bank reconciliations, cash flow forecasting and supplier payment runs.
Process purchase invoices, raise purchase orders and issue sales invoices.
Support credit control activities and maintain accurate financial records.
Maintain fixed asset registers and year-end schedules.
Assist with statutory audits and year-end accounts preparation.
Support financial modelling, business analysis and finance improvement projects.

About You

We are looking for an analytical and detail-oriented finance professional who enjoys working in a varied role and building relationships across the business.

Essential Skills & Experience

Previous experience within a finance or accounting role.
Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
Comfortable working with financial systems and Excel.
Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
Proactive and adaptable approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Desirable

Studying towards, or holding, an accountancy qualification (AAT, ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent).
Experience within the renewable energy, engineering or asset management sectors.
Interest in sustainability and renewable energy.
Experience supporting financial modelling and business analysis.
Availability for occasional UK travel where required.

What's on Offer?

A broad and varied finance role with exposure across the business.
Opportunity to work within a growing and innovative sector.
Supportive and collaborative team environment.
Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
The chance to contribute to projects that support the UK's transition to a sustainable energy future.

This role would suit an ambitious finance professional looking to build on their experience within a dynamic organisation where they can make a genuine impact and develop their career.

What you'll get in return
25 Days holiday
Pension
Parking
Full benefits package to be discussed at interview
What you need to do now

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If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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