Assistant Accountant

Are you a hands-on finance professional with strong core accounting skills and a passion for working across a diverse, multi-entity business? Pineapple Recruitment is partnered with a commercially focused and growing group based in Hereford to recruit an Assistant Accountant. In this newly created role, you will work closely with the Finance Manager, taking ownership of day-to-day transactional processing, month-end reconciliations, and supporting the delivery of accurate management accounts. This is a brilliant position for a self-motivated finance professional who loves variety and thrives in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities:

• Ledger Management & Processing: Oversee purchase and sales ledgers, utilising cloud accounting software to check VAT treatment, code invoices, and complete regular supplier statement reconciliations.
• Month-End & Reconciliations: Prepare key balance sheet reconciliations (including stock adjustments, prepayments, accruals, and deferred income), maintain intercompany accounts, and complete regular bank reconciliations.
• Payment Runs & Expenses: Oversee business credit card statements and staff expense claims, preparing routine supplier payment runs for senior approval.
• Sub-Contractor Coordination: Coordinate and process monthly sub-contractor timesheets and payments.
• Reporting & Compliance: Assist the Finance Manager with monthly VAT checking, sales data summaries, and gathering information for month-end management packs.
• Stakeholder Support: Act as a main point of contact for external suppliers, customers, and internal operational teams to resolve account queries promptly. What We're Looking For
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years' experience in a finance-focused role with practical exposure to both P&L and Balance Sheet accounting.
• Qualifications: AAT qualified or relevant practical experience.
• Core Accounting Skills: Solid understanding of double-entry bookkeeping, ledger management, and foundational costing principles.
• Systems Proficiency: Strong IT skills, including MS Excel. Prior experience with modern cloud accounting software (e.g., Xero) or inventory/point-of-sale systems is highly beneficial.
• General Exposure (Desirable): Previous experience handling VAT, subcontractor/scheme reporting, or stock accounting is a bonus.
• Attributes: Organised, self-motivated, detail-driven, and a confident communicator who collaborates well across teams.