Junior Accountant

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Bookkeeper or Junior Accountant to join our finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their accounting career to gain hands‑on experience across a broad range of financial activities, working closely with the Finance Director.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports
• Process accounts payable and receivable, ensuring accuracy and timely completion
• Perform bank reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records
• Support the preparation of VAT returns and other statutory filings
• Assist with payroll processing and employee expense claims
• Help maintain the general ledger and chart of accounts
• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting activities
• Identify and suggest process improvements within the finance function

Requirements

Essential

• Strong numerical aptitude and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
• Good communication skills

Desirable

• Previous experience in an accounting or finance support role
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets and accounting software

This role may not be right for you if

• You’re looking for a large team.
• You’re unable to commit to 4 days in our office in Manchester city centre.

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Holiday – 25 days off, plus bank holidays each year
• Free gym membership
• Monthly team lunches – At the end of each month, we all grab lunch together as a team, and also have the afternoon off to focus on ourselves
• Company socials – A chance to let our hair down as a team. Past socials have ranged from paintball to ping pong tournaments – we’re quite competitive!
• Central office space – Located in the heart of Manchester, and recently refurbished!
• Hybrid work policy – We’re big advocates of in‑person collaboration. We’re in the office four days a week, with Thursday as a team‑wide work‑from‑home day.

Interview Process

• First stage – Video call with our FD (30 mins)
• Second stage – F2F meeting with FD and COO (60 mins)
• Offer – If we think it’s a good fit, we’ll make you an offer!

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