Assistant Accountant / Accounts Assistant Location: Preston Hours: 37.5 per week (Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm) Salary: Competitive + Study Support (AAT optional) A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Accountant to join a growing and ambitious business in Preston. Following a period of rapid expansion, the finance team is seeking an additional team member to support day-to-day operations and play a key role in ensuring the continued smooth operation of the accounts function. This is an excellent role for someone who enjoys variety, thrives in a supportive team environment, and is keen to grow their career in finance. Key Responsibilities: Processing purchase invoices and reconciling supplier statements Dealing with supplier queries in a professional and timely manner Supporting weekly and monthly payment runs Bank reconciliations and allocating payments to customer accounts Raising sales invoices and credit notes where required Chasing overdue accounts and maintaining strong credit control Working with Xero on a daily basis General accounts administration and ad hoc support across the finance team What We're Looking For: Previous experience in an accounts/finance role Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach Good communication skills and a team player attitude Experience with Xero is desirable but not essential What's on Offer: Competitive salary 20 days holi...