Assistant Accountant – Hybrid – Manchester

About the role

We are seeking an ambitious finance professional to join a leading global professional services firm as an Assistant Accountant in Manchester. This hybrid role offers exposure to international operations, financial reporting and statutory compliance while supporting your ACCA or CIMA qualification.

Key responsibilities

• Assist with month‑end close activities, including journal preparation and posting.
• Perform balance‑sheet reconciliations and investigate variances.
• Manage fee reconciliations and inter‑company accounting tasks.
• Support statutory accounts preparation and external audit requirements.
• Prepare reporting packs for overseas entities and external accountants.
• Assist with VAT returns and other regulatory filings.
• Collaborate with Accounts Payable, Billing, Treasury and Tax teams.
• Contribute to financial reporting, process‑improvement initiatives and project work.
• Maintain strong financial controls and data accuracy across reporting processes.

Required profile

• Part‑qualified ACCA or CIMA candidate actively studying.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a finance or accounting environment.
• Experience supporting month‑end accounting processes.
• Strong balance‑sheet reconciliation skills.
• Exposure to financial reporting, statutory accounts or audit activities.
• VAT knowledge and experience preparing submissions.
• Proactive, detail‑oriented with excellent organisational abilities.

Required skills

• Advanced Excel.
• Experience using ERP systems.
• VAT preparation and filing.

What we offer

• Salary £32,000 – £36,000 per year.
• Hybrid working arrangement.
• Full study support for ACCA/CIMA qualification.
• Performance‑related bonus.
• Private healthcare.