Accounts Assistant
Job Description
We’re partnering with a well-established and growing multi-channel retailer based in Manchester to recruit an Accounts Assistant to join their finance team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in a finance or accounts position who is looking to develop their career within a fast-paced commercial business. You’ll become part of a supportive finance function where you’ll gain exposure to a broad range of accounting duties while working closely with experienced finance professionals.
Accounts Assistant – Responsibilities:
- Processing high volumes of purchase invoices.
- Matching, batching and coding invoices.
- Supplier statement reconciliations and resolving account queries.
- Preparing supplier payment runs.
- Bank reconciliations and cash posting.
- Assisting with sales ledger and credit control when required.
- Supporting month-end processes, including reconciliations and journal entries.
- Maintaining accurate financial records across the finance system.
- Liaising with suppliers and internal departments to resolve finance queries.
- Supporting continuous improvement within finance processes.
Accounts Assistant – Experience:
- Previous experience working in an Accounts Assistant, Purchase Ledger or Finance Assistant role.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
- Experience using accounting software such as Sage, Xero, Microsoft Dynamics or similar.
- The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.AAT qualifications or studies would be advantageous but are not essential.
Accounts Assistant – Renumeration:
- Salary of £28,000–£33,000 depending on experience.
- Hybrid working after probation.
- 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays.
- Company pension scheme.
- Staff discount.
- Ongoing training and career development.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Modern offices in Manchester with free parking.
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Disclaimer
Due to the large number of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to every applicant. If you have not heard from us within two weeks, please consider your application for the currently advertised position unsuccessful. However, we may contact you regarding other suitable roles. We want to emphasize that no wording in this advertisement is intended to discriminate based on gender, marital status, race, religion, ethnicity, age, disability, or sexual orientation. All candidates will be evaluated solely on their merits, qualifications, and ability to fulfil the responsibilities of the role. Recruitment Solutions (NW) LTD operates as an employment agency for both permanent recruitment and temporary placements.
