We are recruiting an Assistant Accountant to support a growing accounts team based in Kingswinford.Salary: Circa £35,000 per annumHours: 40 hours per weekReporting to: Head of FinanceRole PurposeWe are seeking an experienced and motivated Assistant Accountant to join the finance team. Working closely with the Management Accountant, the successful candidate will provide support across month-end processes, management accounts, financial control and wider accounting activities.This is a varied role offering the opportunity to take ownership of key accounting responsibilities while supporting the wider finance function and contributing to the ongoing improvement of financial processes and controls.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist with the preparation of month-end accounts, including journals, accruals and prepayments.Complete regular balance sheet reconciliations, investigating and resolving any discrepancies.Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts and supporting schedules.Maintain fixed asset records and assist with depreciation accounting.Assist with VAT preparation, reconciliations and related reporting requirements.Review ledgers and investigate variances, discrepancies and unusual transactions.Provide support across wider finance and accounting processes as required.Assist with budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis.Support the finance team with audit and year-end requirements.Assist with finance projects and contribute to process improvements and ..... full job details .....