Assistant Accountant in Chester

Job description

Assistant Accountant | Chester | Up to £27,500 | 12 month FTC

A growing financial services business is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Assistant Accountant to join its Finance Operations team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to build on their accounts experience in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Responsibilities:

• Own the end-to-end overheads process from purchase requisition to invoice matching
• Process supplier payments and reconcile statements to ensure accuracy and timeliness
• Manage fixed asset processing and reporting
• Reconcile corporate bank accounts throughout the month and at month-end
• Assist with cash flow reporting and forecasting
• Support stakeholders with budget tracking and spend analysis

About You:

• AAT studier or qualified by experience
• Previous experience in accounts payable or finance admin
• Strong Excel skills and high attention to detail
• Experience with SAP and Concur is a plus
• Financial services experience is desirable but not essential
• Understanding of regulatory frameworks and risk management

This is a great opportunity to gain exposure across a broad range of finance operations in a regulated environment. You’ll be joining a collaborative team with a strong focus on accuracy, controls, and continuous improvement.

Interviews are taking place imminently, so please apply or send your CV to Jamie.Miller@markssattin.com

For more information on this role, feel free to contact me directly on 0161 871 7060

Successful candidates will be required to undertake a credit check and DBS check prior to starting the role.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Chester

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

06-12-2025

Profession type

Accountancy

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English