Senior Accounts Assistant

Assistant Management Accountant / Accounts Assistant (Part-Time)

Basildon, Essex £35,000 - £40,000 Pro Rata (DOE) Part-Time – 3 Days Per Week (9:00am – 5:00pm, 1 Hour Lunch) Office Based

We are currently recruiting for a Part-Time Assistant Management Accountant / Accounts Assistant to join a well-established and growing business based in Basildon.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional who has exposure to management accounts and is looking for a varied role supporting the wider finance team. You will act as a key link between the day-to-day accounts function and the audit process, helping to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Assisting with the preparation of management accounts

Supporting month-end and year-end processes

Reconciling balance sheet accounts and resolving discrepancies

Preparing financial information for audits and liaising with auditors when required

Maintaining accurate accounting records and supporting the finance team with reporting requirements

Processing and reviewing financial transactions

Assisting with accruals, prepayments and journals

Supporting the smooth running of the accounts function across the business

Ad hoc finance and administrative duties as required

About You

Previous experience within an Accounts Assistant or Assistant Management Accountant position

Exposure to management accounts preparation

Good understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting

Strong reconciliation and analytical skills

Confident working with Excel and accounting systems

Experience using Microsoft Dynamics would be advantageous, although this is not essential

Organised, proactive and able to work independently

Excellent attention to detail and communication skills

What's on Offer?

Competitive salary of £35,000 - £40,000 pro rata, depending on experience

Part-time hours – 3 days per week

Stable and supportive working environment

Varied role with exposure to management accounts and audit processes

Convenient Basildon office-based location

If you have a strong accounts background and are looking for a flexible part-time opportunity where you can make a real impact within a busy finance team, we would love to hear from you.