Redwood Search is delighted to be working on behalf of our client, a well-established organisation based in Droitwich, to recruit an Assistant Financial Accountant to join their central support team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a finance department that prides itself on staff development, offering a generous benefits package including flexible/hybrid working options, study support, free parking, and access to local leisure facilities.
The Opportunity
In this role, you will be part of a dedicated team of five, supporting the Senior Financial Accountant and Financial Accountants with various financial tasks. Your responsibilities will include:
- Assisting with financial reporting requirements as outlined in contracts with external partners (e.g., local authorities or trust partners).
- Raising and processing contractual invoices such as management fees, rent, and income shares.
- Supporting the preparation of financial reports for board directors and external stakeholders.
- Assisting with year-end statutory accounts and audit processes.
- Contributing to the preparation of company tax returns.
- Completing balance sheet reconciliations.
- Helping maintain the integrity of financial results.
- Undertaking any other tasks as required by the company.
The Person
The ideal candidate will:
- Be studying towards or interested in pursuing an accounting qualification (AAT, ACCA, ACA, CIMA) or have equivalent experience.
- Have experience with management accounts (desirable but not essential).
- Possess strong spreadsheet skills.
- Be meticulous, organised, and able to manage time effectively.
- Demonstrate excellent attention to detail and the ability to handle substantial amounts of information.
- Work well both independently and as part of a team.
- Have strong communication skills and the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.
What Our Client Offers
- Access to an employee discount portal, offering savings on travel, shopping, leisure activities, and more.
- Use of a local gym as part of a corporate membership.
- Pension scheme.
- Company sick pay.
- Career progression opportunities.
- Ongoing training and development.
This role offers a fantastic chance for an individual looking to grow their career in finance with an organisation that invests in its employees' professional development.