Junior Accountant

Job description

About the Role
We are looking for a motivated and detail‐oriented Bookkeeper or Junior Accountant to join our finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their accounting career to gain hands‐on experience across a broad range of financial activities, working closely with the Finance Director.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports

Process accounts payable and receivable, ensuring accuracy and timely completion

Perform bank reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records

Support the preparation of VAT returns and other statutory filings

Assist with payroll processing and employee expense claims

Help maintain the general ledger and chart of accounts

Contribute to budgeting and forecasting activities

Identify and suggest process improvements within the finance function

Requirements
Essential

Strong numerical aptitude and attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software

Good communication skills

Desirable

Previous experience in an accounting or finance support role

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel/ Google Sheets and accounting software

What this role may not be right for you if:

You're looking for a large team.

You're unable to commit to 4 days in our office in Manchester city centre .

What we offer

Competitive salary

Holiday – 25 days off, plus bank holidays each year

Free Gym Membership

Monthly Team Lunches – at the end of each month, we all grab lunch together as a team, and also have the afternoon off to focus on ourselves

Company socials – a chance to let our hair down as a team. Past socials have ranged from paintball to ping‐pong tournaments – we're quite competitive!

Central Office Space – located in the heart of Manchester, and recently refurbished!

Hybrid Work Policy – we're big advocates of in‐person collaboration, in the office four days a week, with Thursday as a team‐wide work‐from‐home day.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Manchester

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

25-06-2026

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