Finance and Accounts Assistant– TipTopJob
York Centre, North Yorkshire YO1
Annual salary: £28,000 – £30,000
Employment type: Permanent, Full‑time, Office based. Working hours: Monday to Friday 8:30 am – 5 pm or 9 am – 5:30 pm
Role Overview
A full‑time, on‑site opportunity is available for a Finance/Accounts Assistant to join a dynamic finance team in York. This role offers broad, hands‑on experience across finance and accounting, working closely with the Finance Manager. You’ll play a key role in delivering accurate, compliant reporting while also supporting the development of a finance apprentice. This position is ideal for someone eager to grow, take ownership, and contribute ideas to improve finance processes in a fast‑paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Assist with month‑end, quarterly, and year‑end reporting, including management accounts, budgeting, KPIs, and financial statements.
* Maintain accurate financial records and update ledgers via journals.
* Reconcile income and work‑in‑progress schedules, support invoice project work.
* Collaborate with external and internal auditors.
* Liaise with HR and outsourced payroll providers to ensure payroll accuracy.
* Prepare bonus calculations, holiday accruals, and reconcile SAGE 200 with payroll monthly.
* Provide administrative support and process transactions as required.
* Assist in supervising and mentoring a finance apprentice.
Candidate Requirements
* Payroll and accounting experience; AAT Level 4 qualification preferred.
* Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, SUMIF, pivot tables).
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
* High levels of diligence, accuracy, and confidentiality.
* Self‑disciplined, adaptable, and proactive with strong initiative.
* Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal.
* Team player with the ability to work independently when required.
* Customer service mindset and integrity in all interactions.
Salary and Benefits
* Employer pension contribution: 5% (after 3‑month probation).
Location: York Office.
Closing date is 4.1.2026 (subject to change).
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