Assistant Accountant

Position: Assistant Accountant (Permanent)
Axon Moore are delighted to be exclusively partnering with a highly successful, growing business in South Manchester as they look to appoint a driven and ambitious Assistant Accountant to join their expanding finance team.

This is a brilliant opportunity for someone currently studying AAT / ACCA / CIMA, with previous experience in transactional finance, who is now looking to gain broader exposure across month-end and develop into a more rounded management accountant over time.

You’ll be joining a supportive, hands-on team environment where professional development and career progression are genuinely encouraged.

Location:

South Manchester + Hybrid

Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 + Study Support

Role Overview :

As Assistant Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting the month-end close and day-to-day finance operations. You will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting reconciliations, and assisting with financial reporting across the group.

Key Responsibilities:

Daily reconciliation of rental income
Full ownership of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
Preparation of weekly KPI reporting packs
Month-end duties including accruals, prepayments and journal postings
Assist with monthly balance sheet reconciliations
Support year-end audit queries and preparation
Provide ad hoc support to the Finance Manager and wider finance team
Ideal Candidate Profile:

Actively studying AAT / ACCA / CIMA (or equivalent)
Previous experience in a similar Assistant Accountant or high-volume transactional finance role
Comfortable working in a multi-entity environment
Proactive, with strong attention to detail and a hands-on approach
Confident communicator, both written and verbal
Excel skills including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables are desirable
What’s on

Offer:

Full study support (AAT / ACCA / CIMA / ICAEW)
Additional study leave (1 day for exam, 1 day for revision)
Hybrid working – 1 day working from home
Free onsite parking
Sociable and supportive team culture
Long-term development opportunities

If you’re looking for a South Manchester-based finance role that offers real progression, great culture, and strong mentorship, then this is not one to miss