The Role
We are working on behalf of an excellent, medium‑turnover engineering company based in Normanton who are seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and professional environment, reporting directly to the Finance Manager and working alongside a small, friendly team of three.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage the purchase ledger, including processing supplier invoices, matching purchase orders, and preparing payments.
* Manage the sales ledger, including raising invoices, monitoring payments, and following up on outstanding accounts.
* Perform bank and account reconciliations.
* Assist with month‑end and year‑end processes.
* Support the finance team with ad‑hoc accounting tasks and reporting.
* Ensure all financial records are accurate, up‑to‑date, and compliant with company procedures.
Skills & Experience
* Previous experience in accounts, ideally with purchase and sales ledger duties
* Experience with accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, Quick Books) is advantageous.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a small team.
Qualifications
* AAT qualified or part‑qualified preferred, but not essential.
Benefits
* 25 days holiday per year, plus 8 bank holidays
* 37.5‑hour working week with flexible working options
* Free parking on site
* Company pension scheme
* Supportive working environment and opportunities for development
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