Accounts Assistant
Location: Stoke-on-Trent
Salary: Up to £32,000
Reference: ACCASSIS-DB
I’m recruiting an Accounts Assistant on behalf of a well-established manufacturing business. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented finance professional to join a collaborative and supportive finance team within a growing organisation.
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the business, ensuring accurate financial records and contributing to efficient finance processes across the organisation. This position would suit someone with previous accounts experience who is organised, proactive, and confident working within a fast-paced commercial environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Preparation of monthly accruals and prepayment journals.
* Maintain and update fixed asset registers.
* Posting journals onto Sage 50 Accounts.
* Preparation, submission, and reconciliation of quarterly VAT returns.
* Reconcile bank statements and support treasury activities.
* Supply data for cash forecasting processes.
* Control and reconciliation of petty cash across multiple currencies.
* Maintain direct debit schedules and associated costs.
* Allocate receipts and payments whilst resolving any related queries.
* Reconcile IF facility, FIU, and headroom availability.
* Process credit card and cash expenses.
* Maintain supplier database within Sage.
* Organise and manage supplier payment runs.
* Reconcile supplier statements and resolve finance queries.
* Ensure purchase invoices receive appropriate authorisation.
* Monitor and track gas and electricity costs.
* Resolve supplier credit balances at month end.
* Ensure purchase ledger accruals are maintained for missing costs.
* Reconcile monthly payments against annual liabilities.
* Monitor shared accounts inboxes and ensure supplier queries are resolved promptly.
* Reconcile intercompany account balances.
* Support ongoing projects relating to costings, stock valuation, AP automation, and annual audit activities.
* Contribute towards continuous improvement initiatives across finance processes and systems.
* Provide general administrative support to the finance function and wider business.
Key Skills & Experience
* AAT Part Qualified or equivalent qualification preferred.
* Previous experience within an accounts or finance position.
* Experience using Sage 50 Accounts.
* Strong understanding of financial procedures and accounting principles.
* High attention to detail with strong accuracy levels.
* Ability to analyse and manipulate data using various software packages.
* Strong communication skills at all levels, both internally and externally.
* Confident liaising with overseas stakeholders and suppliers.
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads effectively.
* Able to work independently and as part of a wider team.
* Hands-on, flexible, and proactive approach to work.
* Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to use initiative.
* Professional telephone and email manner.
* Commercial awareness and customer-focused approach.
* Keen interest in process improvement and continuous development.
* Methodical and organised approach to tasks.
* Ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
Package & Benefits
* 07:00 – 16:00 Monday to Friday
* Salary: Up to £32,000
* 31 days annual leave, including Bank Holidays – Increases with level of service
* Company pension
* Life assurance x2 annual salary
* Long-term stability and career development opportunities
To Contact Direct
Daniel Barnett
Managing Consultant
0151 209 2050
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