Hands-on, Varied & Commercially Valuable Accounting Role
We’re working with a well-established and highly respected manufacturing business in Cumbria to appoint a capable Assistant Accountant who enjoys variety, autonomy, and getting stuck into all aspects of the finance function. This is an office based role, office location Brampton (CA8).
This is a great opportunity for an experienced, detail-focused, and adaptable individual to support the Finance Manager in delivering efficient, compliant, and accurate financial operations across the business.
What You'll Be Doing:
This is a broad and interesting role, covering many aspects of accounting and business administration. Responsibilities include:
* Day-to-day sales and purchase ledger work, including invoicing, payments, credit control, and reconciliations
* Import/export and freight carrier documentation and reconciliations
* E-commerce and bank reconciliations, including multi-currency accounts
* VAT return support and bad debt procedures
* Month-end preparation and fixed asset register support
* Processing expenses and company credit card transactions
* Liaising across departments and occasionally supporting sales and admin teams
What We’re Looking For:
You’ll thrive in this role if you’re:
* AAT Level 2 or 3 qualified (or equivalent) with strong all-round accounting experience
* Excel confident and methodical with a strong eye for accuracy
* A good communicator and natural problem solver
* Comfortable working in a busy and varied environment where priorities can shift
* Familiar with ERP systems (SAP R3P or similar is a bonus)
* Willing to roll up your sleeves and help out across teams where needed
What will you get in return?
* A full time (37.5 hour) permanent contract
* Salary range £28,000 - £32,000 DOE + Discretionary bonus between 8-10%
* 30 days annual leave (including bank holidays) increasing with service
* 5% Matched pension contribution
* Life Assurance ((4 x salary)
* 6 monthly appraisals
* On-the-job training and mentoring
* Supportive working culture with scope to grow
* Working hours: 08.30-17.00 Mon-Thursday, 08.30 - 14.00 Friday