THE COMPANY Are you an experienced Accounts Assistant looking for a new challenge in a supportive, friendly team? Do you thrive in a hands-on role where your accuracy and attention to detail make a real impact? This is your chance to join a well-established local manufacturer, based just outside Cannock, offering a permanent role with great benefits and a welcoming work environment. A reputable manufacturing business located on the outskirts of Cannock is seeking a dedicated Accounts Assistant to join them on a permanent basis. THE ROLE Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, you’ll become an integral part of a small and collaborative finance team. Your main responsibility will be to ensure accurate processing of all supplier transactions. Duties will include processing purchase invoices with precision, reconciling supplier statements with ledgers, managing payment runs, and handling supplier queries. You’ll also be responsible for reconciling the sales ledger, chasing outstanding payments, and allocating incoming cash. Additional tasks include bank statement reconciliations, petty cash handling, nominal coding, and some involvement in credit control. The role requires regular use of Sage and Excel. REQUIREMENTS Ideally, you’ll bring at least two years of experience in an accounts role, along with recent working knowledge of Sage and Excel. A good understanding of both sales and purchase ledger processes is essential, and experience with Sage Payroll would be advantageous. You should live locally and be comfortable working as part of a small team in a manufacturing environment. The company is also open to applications from enthusiastic trainees seeking their first step into an accounts career. COMPANY BENEFITS The company offers a supportive working environment with good facilities and onsite parking. Working hours are 8:30am – 4:30pm, Monday to Friday. You’ll receive 28 days’ holiday per year and a competitive salary of £24,000 – £26,000, plus pension