Accounts Assistant / Assistant Accountant
Bingley (Office Based)
£33,000 - £38,000 (Neg.) + Benefits + Study Support
THE OPPORTUNITY
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established SME business seeking an Accounts Assistant / Assistant Accountant to join their finance team.
Working closely with the Financial Controller, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, or Assistant Accountant with a strong background in both Accounts Payable (Purchase Ledger) and Accounts Receivable (Sales Ledger) activities.
THE ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT / ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT ROLE
* Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, you will take ownership of transactional finance processes and support the efficient running of the finance function.
* Processing, posting, and reconciling purchase invoices, supplier payments, and employee expenses
* Managing Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger activities and maintaining supplier accounts
* Supporting Accounts Receivable / Sales Ledger functions, including invoice distribution, allocation of receipts, and credit control
* Performing bank reconciliations and ensuring balances accurately match financial records
* Preparing payment runs and processing electronic payments
* Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring transactions are recorded correctly
* Assisting with Month-End and Year-End accounting processes
* Supporting the preparation of quarterly VAT Returns
* Producing reports and assisting with finance administration as required
* Working with the Financial Controller to identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and AI-driven efficiencies
THE PERSON
* Previous experience as an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, or Assistant Accountant
* Strong working knowledge of Accounts Payable, Purchase Ledger, Accounts Receivable, and Sales Ledger processes
* Experience within an SME environment, ideally within construction, manufacturing, engineering or an industrial led sector
* Proven ability to process invoices, manage reconciliations, prepare payments, and undertake credit control duties
* Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
* Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders
* Good Excel and finance system skills
* A professional, reliable, and trustworthy approach when handling confidential financial information
To apply, please submit your CV for immediate consideration.
We are an equal opportunities employer.
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