Assistant Accountant

Job description

Assistant Accountant, £28,000-£32,000 plus benefits, Ripon

Our client is seeking an ambitious and detail-oriented Assistant Accountant to join their growing finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build on their existing finance experience and gain exposure to month-end reporting, financial analysis and process improvement within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Reporting to the Management Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day finance function while developing your technical accounting knowledge and contributing to the continuous improvement of financial processes and controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with daily banking activities and cash reconciliations.
• Support month-end processes, including accruals, prepayments, journals, and financial reporting.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with audit preparation and compliance activities.
• Provide general finance and administrative support to the wider finance team.
• Contribute to improving finance processes and strengthening financial controls.

About You

• Previous experience in a finance or accounting position.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Good communication skills.

This is a full time office based position, working 9-5pm Monday to Friday

To apply, please submit your CV today. Early applications are encouraged as interviews will be arranged on a rolling basis.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Ripon

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

£30,000 Per Month

Published at

09-08-2026

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