1. Great inclusive business
2. Varied accounts role with flexibility!
About Our Client
The company operates across planning, design and environmental services and is known for its friendly, down-to-earth team and employee-centred approach. They're now looking for a proactive Accounts Assistant to join their office just outside of Chester. As Accounts Assistant, you'll support both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable while ensuring smooth day-to-day financial operations. Working closely with the Company Accountant, you'll play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting essential finance processes across the business. This is a varied, hands-on role perfect for someone organised, detail-driven and keen to develop professionally within a supportive team.
Job Description
Duties of the Accounts Assistant include:
3. Processing purchase and subcontractor invoices with accuracy and speed
4. Matching invoices to POs and resolving discrepancies
5. Managing company credit card receipts, ensuring correct coding and approvals
6. Processing staff expense claims and ensuring compliance with internal policy
7. Assisting with the preparation and issuing of sales invoices
8. Maintaining customer records and ensuring accurate AR ledgers
9. Monitoring outstanding debt and supporting payment chasing when needed
10. Working within Xero to maintain accurate financial data
11. Using project management system to align financial information with project activity
12. Supporting month-end tasks, reconciliations and wider finance administration
13. Assisting with internal reporting and providing general support to the finance team
The Successful Applicant
A successful Accounts Assistant should have:
14. A strong understanding of basic accounting principles and financial processes.
15. Proficiency in relevant accounting software and tools.
16. Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
17. The ability to work effectively within a Professional Services environment.
18. Strong communication skills to liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
19. A proactive approach to problem-solving and meeting deadlines.
What's on Offer
Our client will offer you:
20. 25 days holiday (increasing with service)
21. Hybrid working - 2 days from home
22. Private medical insurance after 6 months (P11D benefit; option to add dependants)
23. Pension: 5% employer / 3% employee via salary sacrifice
24. Regular team lunches and fully paid staff events
25. Friendly, approachable leadership team
26. Potential AAT study support
27. Employee-ownership style culture - collaborative, inclusive, and forward-thinking