Job Title; Accounts Assistant Salary; £14,040 - £15,600 per annum Shift; 10.00am - 2.00pm Monday to Friday (20 hours per week) Location; Wigston, Leicester Our client is looking to recruit an accounts assistant to join their family run manufacturing facility based in Wigston.This is an excellent opportunity to forge a career with an established company to build strong relationships, liaise with the relevant operations and ensure the smooth running of the sales department. The Accounts Assistant Role; * Process purchase invoices, ensuring alignment with goods received and purchase orders * Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies in coordination with procurement and warehouse teams * Despatch sales orders and creating sales invoices * Book stock in, ensuring accurate recording of raw materials, components, and finished goods * Assist with stock reconciliations and stock takes * Support the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports * Post daily banking transactions * Maintain accurate records in the accounting and stock control * Handle staff expenses, and company credit card reconciliations * Liaise with suppliers, customers, and internal departments to resolve finance and stock-related queries * Ensure that the sales ledger debtors are within their credit limits and prompt payments are received * Support year-end audit processes and provide documentation as required Our Accounts Assistant Candidate; * A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role is a must * Proficient in using SAGE accounting software (or similar) * Familiarity with accounts payable/receivable processes * Understanding of double-entry bookkeeping * Computer literate (office 365, Excel / word / MS office) * Construction materials / construction industry experience advantageous * Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritise according to business needs. The Accounts Assistant Benefits; * Permanent opportunity * Free car parking * Training and development opportunities * Canteen facilities * 28 days annual leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays) * Pension scheme If you are interested in this opportunity please apply directly through this website or call (phone number removed)