Accounts Assistant role at ACCA Careers
Client Details
You’ll be joining a business that genuinely cares about its people. It’s a place where colleagues support each other, development is encouraged, and your ideas are welcomed. The team is friendly, down‑to‑earth, and proud of the work they do – and they’re looking forward to welcoming someone new.
Description
This is a varied and hands‑on Accounts Assistant role within a busy finance team. You’ll be involved in processing payroll for around 300 employees, handling monthly adjustments such as overtime, holidays, and absences, setting up new starters, and managing leavers. You’ll also help with pension contributions and ensure everything is accurate before payslips go out.
Beyond payroll, you’ll support the wider finance function with tasks like preparing VAT returns, reconciling bank and credit card statements, and helping with month‑end reporting. You’ll produce balance sheet reconciliations, analyse variances against budget, and assist with year‑end audits.
You’ll also be involved in day‑to‑day finance tasks such as raising invoices, processing expenses, and helping with customer statements. This is a great opportunity to build a broad understanding of finance in a supportive environment, with plenty of room to learn and grow.
Profile
This role suits a curious and reliable Accounts Assistant who enjoys working with detail. You don’t need to know everything from day one – what matters most is your willingness to learn and get stuck in. You’ll be working with a supportive team, so being open to asking questions and sharing ideas will go a long way.
You’ll Be Successful Here If You
* Take pride in getting things right and spotting the small details
* Can manage your time well and stay organised, especially when things get busy
* Feel comfortable using Excel and learning new systems
* Communicate clearly and enjoy working with others
* Are happy to take on a mix of tasks and adapt as needed
Payroll experience is helpful, but not essential. If you’ve worked in a transactional finance role or have a general interest in finance, that’s a great starting point.
Job Offer
This is a full‑time, office‑based role based in Skelmersdale.
You’ll work either 8:30 am–5 pm with an hour for lunch, or 9 am–5 pm with a 30‑minute lunch – whichever suits you best.
Benefits
* 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
* Study support for a recognised accountancy qualification (ACCA or CIMA)
* Pension scheme via salary sacrifice
* Employee wellbeing support, including GP access and counselling
* Retail, leisure, and holiday discounts
* Free onsite parking and uniform
* Recommend‑a‑friend bonus (up to £2,000)
* Death in Service cover from day one
* Ongoing training and development to support your career
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