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  • Location:

    Cardiff

  • Sector:

    Financial Services

  • Job type:

    Permanent

  • Salary:

    £26000.00 - £34000 per annum + free parking

  • Contact:

    Alex Connelly

  • Email:

    Alex.Connelly@yolkrecruitment.com

  • Job ref:

    BBBH39339

  • Published:

    2 days ago

  • Expiry date:

    06 September 2025

Assistant Accountant - Cardiff

Salary: £26,000 - £34,000 (DOE) + Free On-Site Parking
Full-Time | Permanent | Office-Based

Are you a motivated finance professional looking to broaden your experience in a varied and fast-paced role? We are currently seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Accountant to join our dynamic finance team based in Cardiff.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience across key areas of finance including accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit control, management accounts, and month-end procedures. The successful candidate will also support forecasting and perform accurate data entry to maintain financial integrity across the business.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Accounts Payable: Process supplier invoices, reconcile statements, and prepare payment runs.

  • Accounts Receivable: Raise sales invoices, allocate incoming payments, and chase outstanding debt.

  • Credit Control: Monitor customer credit limits, perform credit checks, and liaise with clients to resolve overdue accounts.

  • Management Accounts Support: Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reporting.

  • Month-End Duties: Journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations.

  • Forecasting: Support the finance manager with cash flow forecasting and budget preparation.

  • Data Entry: Ensure all financial transactions are accurately recorded in the accounting system.


About You:

  • Previous experience in a similar accounting or finance role is essential.

  • Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping.

  • Confident using accounting software (experience with Sage, Xero, or similar systems preferred).

  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, etc.).

  • Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail.

  • AAT qualified or studying towards AAT/ACCA/CIMA (desirable but not essential).

  • Team player with strong communication skills and a proactive approach.


What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary between £26,000 - £34,000 depending on experience.

  • Free on-site parking.

  • Supportive team environment with development opportunities.

  • Company pension scheme.

  • Well know brand
  • Career progression for the right candidate.


Location:

Our offices are based in Cardiff, easily accessible by public transport with the added bonus of free parking on-site.

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