Assistant Accountant

Assistant Accountant £32000-£40000 DOE Stoke on Trent Fulltime -Office based- Mon-Thurs 7.30-16.30, Friday 11am The Organisation Our client is part of a global leader in advanced imaging technology, driving innovation that improves healthcare, safety, and industrial inspection worldwide. Employees work on cutting-edge products used in life-saving medical diagnostics and critical security applications. The business offers a collaborative, technology-driven environment where expertise, curiosity, and continuous improvement are genuinely valued. With global reach and local impact, our client provides strong opportunities for career development and professional growth. It’s an ideal place for people who want their work to make a real, measurable difference. Role Overview The Assistant Accountant will support the finance function within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, providing accurate financial reporting, cost control support, and day-to-day accounting assistance. The role is key in ensuring timely month-end processes, stock and cost accounting, and compliance with internal controls. Key Responsibilities * Assist with month-end close, including accruals, prepayments, journals and balance sheet reconciliations * Support preparation of management accounts and variance analysis * Maintain and reconcile stock, WIP and cost of sales * Assist with standard costing, and production variance analysis * Responsibl...