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Recruiter
Heap & Co
Location
Cambridge
Salary
£30,000 - £35,000 per year
Contract
Permanent
Work pattern
Full Time
First listed by Ontap
8 October 2026
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Job description

Assistant Accountant

£30,000-£35,000 Full-Time Permanent Cambridge

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Accountant to join a growing finance team in a varied and hands-on role.

Working closely with senior finance leadership, you'll play a key role in supporting month-end processes, maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day finance operations.

This position would suit someone with previous finance experience who is looking to broaden their responsibilities and gain further exposure to management accounting and financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts.
Maintaining purchase and sales ledgers.
Performing balance sheet and ledger reconciliations.
Reconciling supplier statements and resolving queries.
Supporting payment runs and cash management activities.
Managing company credit card and expense reconciliations.
Preparing VAT returns and ensuring compliance with deadlines.
Assisting with budgeting, forecasting and year-end processes.
Producing financial reports and analysis as required.

About You

Previous experience within an accounts or finance role.
Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping.
Experience with reconciliations and month-end activities.
Good Excel skills.
Experience using accounting software.
Studying AAT or actively developing an accounting career would be advantageous.
Organised, proactive and keen to learn.

What's on Offer?

Salary of £30,000-£35,000.
Full-time permanent position.
Monday to Friday working pattern.
Supportive team environment with opportunities for development.
Exposure to a broad range of finance responsibilities.
Pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Accounts Assistant or Assistant Accountant looking to take the next step in their career and gain wider exposure within a well-rounded finance function.

For more information, please apply or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

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