Assistant Accountant - Cost Management Are you an ambitious finance professional looking to advance your career? We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Accountant to join our dynamic UK Finance team ? This role offers valuable experience in assisting with month-end close processes, management accounts production, and contributing to a team focused on continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities: Assist in the preparation of balance sheets and supporting schedules. Take ownership of specific month-end accruals. Process financial transactions with accuracy and timeliness. Post journals during the month-end cycle. Reconcile intercompany trading accounts. Analyse monthly financial data to support decision-making. Assist with external audit requests and liaise with auditors as needed. Address ad hoc tasks and administrative requests. Continuously identify and implement opportunities for process efficiencies, automation, and simplification. Key Requirements: Previous experience in accounting (part-qualified is preferable). Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with stakeholders across all levels. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage and prioritize workloads effectively. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and experienced using other MS Office applications. Thrives in fast-paced, dynamic work environments. A proactive team player with an eye for detail and a drive for continuous improvement. Why Join Us? This is your chance to make an impact in a highly collaborative and forward-thinking team in the thriving real estate industry. You'll work on diverse tasks, develop key skills, and be part of a workplace that values both innovation and professional growth. How to Apply: If you're excited by this opportunity and meet the requirements outlined above, we'd love to hear from you Submit your application today and take the next step in your finance career. Location: North Leeds Division: Finance - Cost Management (Real Estate) Salary : £36,000 - £40,000 Employment Type: Permanent/Full-Time Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.