Location: Leicester
Salary: Equivalent to £40,000 - £45,000 per annum
Start Date: ASAP
About the Role
Our client is seeking a Stock Accountant to join the Stock Finance team on a six-month fixed-term contract.
This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified or part-qualified accountant looking to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced finance environment. The role is heavily focused on month-end processes, with a key emphasis on stock accounting, including the tracking of stock movement and costing from origin through to warehouse.
The successful candidate will benefit from a structured handover period, followed by independent responsibility.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage month-end close processes related to stock accounting
Reconcile stock balances and investigate variances
Maintain and update general ledger entries
Track and account for stock movement and costing across the supply chain
Support reporting and provide insights into stock-related financial data
About You:
Part-qualified or newly qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA or equivalent)
Strong reconciliation and general ledger experience
High attention to detail and analytical mindset
Ability to work independently after initial handover period
Previous stock accounting experience is desirable but not essential
What We Offer
Competitive salary equivalent (£40,000 - £45,000)
Structured handover and onboarding
Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a dynamic finance team
If you're available to start at short notice and are looking for your next contract opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch to arrange a call to discuss the role further
Salary description
£40000.00 - £45000.00 per year
