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Posted 02 August, 2026

Fixed Asset & Financial Accountant

Gleeson Recruitment Group
Leicester, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Fixed Asset & Financial Accountant\n

Leicester | 3-4 Days on site per week | £45,000 - £55,000 | Permanent

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Gleeson are delighted to be recruiting for a Fixed Asset & Financial Accountant to join one of the core teams of a leading retail client of ours.

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This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant (or QBE with the correct expertise) to take ownership of the Group's fixed asset accounting, working within a large and complex organisation where you'll play a key role in financial reporting, forecasting, controls and process improvement.

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The role will involve:

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  • Managing the Group Fixed Asset Register
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  • Fixed asset accounting including additions, disposals and depreciation
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  • Monthly balance sheet reconciliations
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  • Budgeting and forecasting
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  • Financial reporting and analysis
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  • Supporting year-end audit
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  • Driving process improvements and strengthening financial controls
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We're looking for:

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  • ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified is preferred (or QBE with the above experience in large organisations)
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  • Previous fixed asset and/or financial accounting experience
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  • Experience of owned the fixed asset register within large, complex environments is essential
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  • Advanced Excel skills
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  • Strong analytical and communication skills
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Please note, this role is based 3-4 days on site, which is non-negotiable. You must therefore live within a commutable distance from Leicester in order to be considered,

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The client is looking to appoint on a permanent basis but would also consider immediately available candidates seeking an interim or temp-to-perm opportunity for a quicker start.

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If you're looking for your next challenge within a well-established and growing business, we'd love to hear from you!

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For this role, please note:

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  • Candidates must have full right to work in the UK without the need for any sponsorship.
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  • Candidates must be based within a reasonable commuting distance of Leicester to accommodate 4 days on site - this is non-negotiable.
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  • CVs clearly demonstrating a local base will be prioritised.
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