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Assistant Accountant (78354)

Overview

Reference
78354

Salary
£30,000 - £35,000/annum

Job Location
- United Kingdom -- England -- South West England -- Somerset -- Taunton

Job Type
Permanent

Posted
14 September 2026


Assistant Accountant
Taunton
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000

An exciting opportunity is available for a motivated professional to join a Finance team based in Taunton.  In the role, you'll work closely with the Finance Manager to support management accounts, maintain records and provide financial insight to support decision-making and continuous improvement. This is a fully office based role in Taunton.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Prepare monthly management accounts.
  • Post journals, accruals and prepayments.
  • Complete balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Maintain fixed asset registers.
  • Monitor budgets and investigate variances.
  • Produce financial reports and analysis.
  • Support payroll and year-end processes.

What Experience is Required

  • Part-qualified ACCA, CIMA or ACA is preferable. 
  • Management accounts experience.
  • Strong bookkeeping knowledge.
  • Good understanding of accounting principles.
  • Strong Excel skills.
  • Xero or similar software experience.

Salary & Benefits

  • Salary: Up to £35,000 depending on experience
  • Free parking
  • Eye-care vouchers
  • 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing app
  • Study support for the right candidate

Location

This is a fully office based role in Taunton.

How to Apply?

Please send your CV to Matthew Wright of CV Screen in strict confidence for consideration, or apply directly to this job posting.

Alternate Job Titles

Finance Officer | Assistant Management Accountant | Finance Assistant | Accounts Assistant


Matt Wright