Assistant Accountant

Morgan McKinley Northern Home Counties are partnered with a well established manufacturing business in Northamptonshire, seeking a proactive Assistant Accountant to join its finance team. This is a hands on role offering broad exposure across payroll, financial reporting, compliance, and month-end processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• End-to-end monthly payroll, including statutory submissions
• Balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules
• Support management accounts (P&L analysis and variance reporting)
• VAT returns, HMRC submissions (P11Ds, PSA)
• Month-end, audit support, and financial controls
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting

About You:

• 1-3 years' experience in a finance role
• Strong double-entry and reconciliation knowledge
• Payroll experience essential
• Studying towards AAT, ACCA, or CIMA (or willing to)
• Strong Excel and ERP system experience - SAP preferable

Benefits:

Competitive pension, 25 days holiday, health & life assurance, EAP, Cycle to Work, and employee discounts.