Accounts Assistant
Near Melton Mowbray (Office-based)
£30,000
A growing, owner-managed business is looking for a hands-on Accounts Assistant to take ownership of its day-to-day finance function.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, autonomy, and being at the heart of a business where finance genuinely makes an impact.
The Role – Accounts Assistant As the Accounts Assistant, you'll be responsible for managing the core finance processes across multiple entities, working closely with external accountants while taking ownership of the day-to-day accounting.
This is a broad role that will give you exposure across the full finance function, not just transactional work.
Key Responsibilities Managing purchase and sales ledgers
Performing bank reconciliations across multiple accounts
Supporting month-end processes (journals, accruals, prepayments)
Assisting with VAT and working alongside external accountants
Managing accounts payable and receivable
Processing payroll journals and payments
Monitoring and managing cash flow
Handling intercompany transactions
Reconciling card payments
Supporting budgeting and forecasting
Identifying and improving processes, including cleaning up existing accounts
What We're Looking For AAT Level 3 or Level 4 qualified (or equivalent experience)
Experience in a broad Accounts Assistant or Assistant Accountant role
Confident working up to trial balance
Strong experience with reconciliations, journals, and ledgers
Comfortable working independently in a small team
Someone proactive who enjoys improving processes
Why Apply? Broad, all-round role with real ownership
Opportunity to shape and improve finance processes
Close-knit, supportive team environment
Exposure to multiple entities and commercial decision-making
Clear opportunity to develop your skills
Interested? If you're an Accounts Assistant looking for a role where you can take ownership and make a real impact, I'd be keen to speak.
Apply now or get in touch to arrange a confidential conversation.
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