Assistant Management Accountant - HW FINANCE LIMITED : Job Details

Assistant Accountant - South Leeds (Colton) - Full-Time, Permanent

Are you currently studying AAT, ACCA, or CIMA and looking to build hands-on experience in a supportive, real-world finance environment? We’re looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Accountant to join a dynamic finance team based in South Leeds.

This role is ideal for someone with 6-18 months’ experience in a finance or accounting role who’s eager to develop foundational skills and take on varied responsibilities beyond traditional transactional tasks.

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting month-end and year-end close processes

• Preparing journals, reconciliations, and P&L analysis

• Managing prepayments, accruals, and financial records

• Collaborating with a close-knit finance team

What we’re looking for:

• Studying AAT (Level 3/4), ACCA or CIMA

• Strong Excel and accounting software skills (e.g., Sage, Xero, QuickBooks)

• Attention to detail, accuracy, and a proactive mindset

• Willingness to learn and take ownership

Desirable:

• Exposure to month-end processes and VAT

• General ledger or management accounts experience

What’s in it for you?

• Great development opportunity in a collaborative team

• Exposure across a wide range of accounting activities

• Supportive culture with potential for study support after probation

This is a confidential role with a well-established employer offering genuine long-term progression. If you’re hands-on, motivated, and ready to grow your career in finance, we’d love to hear from you.