Assistant Financial Accountant - Part time

Part time Assistant Financial Accountant, 9 months Maternity cover, 24 hours per week

Your new company
Hays has partnered exclusively with a diverse organisation located just outside Telford to recruit an experienced Part time Assistant Financial Accountant. This is a fixed-term opportunity to cover a 9-month maternity leave, offering a chance to contribute to a thriving finance team within a forward-thinking business. The role is part time offering 24 hours per week

Your new role
You will work closely with the Finance Manager to support and improve financial operations across the organisation.
Key responsibilities include:
Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Assist in enhancing month-end and year-end reporting processes with the Finance Manager
• Prepare reports, analyse transactions, and post necessary journals within agreed timelines

Cash Flow & Tax Management

• Manage day-to-day cash flow activities
• Approve VAT returns prepared by the Accounts Assistant before submission
• Administer tax payments, including Income Tax, Inheritance Tax, Corporation Tax, and Capital Gains Tax

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Support budget preparation for each entity
• Contribute to financial re-forecasting based on updated projections

Reconciliations & Control Accounts

• Complete account reconciliations monthly
• Review and clear balance sheet control accounts, including payroll and inter-entity loans

Operational Support

• Resolve transactional queries related to coding and reconciliation
• Drive continuous improvement within your area
• Provide general assistance to the Finance Manager, including reporting, journal postings, financial analysis, and ad hoc project work

What you'll need to succeed

Fully qualified in AAT (or higher); candidates with equivalent experience may also be considered

Solid understanding of Month-End processes, with confidence in accounting principles and journal entries

Strong IT proficiency, particularly in Microsoft Excel and accounting software such as Xero

Demonstrated commitment to accuracy and efficiency, with a keen attention to detail

Self-motivated with the ability to manage workloads and meet deadlines independently

What you'll get in return
The company offers 24 hours per week and provides exceptional flexibility in how those hours are arranged-whether that's three full days, four or five shorter days, or even school-hour shifts. This allows you to achieve a healthy work-life balance. You'll be joining a dynamic and diverse business, supported by a friendly, welcoming team.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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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