Assistant Accountant Location: Swindon Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 + Bonus Type: Full-time, Permanent Qualification: Part-qualified ACCA/CIMA or actively studyingAbout the CompanyWe are working with a well-established manufacturing business based in Swindon, known for its innovation, quality, and commitment to operational excellence. As the company continues to grow, they are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Assistant Accountant to join their finance team and support core accounting functions.The RoleReporting to the Finance Manager, the Assistant Accountant will play a key role in supporting month-end processes, maintaining financial records, and ensuring accurate reporting. This is a fantastic opportunity for a part-qualified accountant looking to develop their career in a dynamic and fast-paced manufacturing environment.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist with month-end and year-end close, including journal postings and accrualsPrepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliationsSupport budgeting and forecasting activitiesAssist with cost accounting and analysis of manufacturing variancesMaintain the fixed asset register and support capital expenditure trackingProcess intercompany transactions and reconciliationsPrepare VAT returns and support other tax-related filingsAssist with audit preparation and respond to queriesSupport inventory accounting and liaise with operations on stock movementsCollaborate with internal departments to ensure accurate financial dataContribute to ..... full job details .....