Job Description
Accounts Assistant
Manchester£ (DOE)Full-time • 6-month FTC
Job Description
We’re supporting a growing, multi-entity organisation in Manchester who are seeking a meticulous and proactive Accounts Assistant to join their finance team on a permanent basis. This role plays a key part in maintaining accurate financial records across a group of nine companies, with a strong focus on accounts payable, supplier management, bank reconciliation, and supporting wider month-end processes.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to further develop within a dynamic finance function while contributing to smooth and compliant financial operations.
You’ll be working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Responsibilities
Accounts Payable & Purchase Processing
* Overseeing the purchase order process and controls
* Matching purchase orders to invoices
* Accurate allocation of site-related costs
* Processing supplier invoices using Xero, WorkflowMax, Dext, and ApprovalMax
Payments
* Completing twice-monthly supplier payment runs
* Managing DLA legal float top-ups and controls
* Handling intercompany loan transfers
* Distributing group VAT receipts/liabilities
* Processing base and contingent rent payments
* Performing ad-hoc payment tasks
Banking & Reconciliations
* Performing daily bank reconciliations
* Supporting accurate balance sheet reconciliation and asset/liability recording
Month-End & Management Accounts
* Assisting with the timely preparation of monthly management accounts
* Closing AP ledgers and reconciling cashbooks
Expenses & Credit Control
* Verifying and recording staff expenses and credit card expenditure
* Ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal controls
Cashflow Forecasting
* Maintaining the rolling 13-week cashflow forecast
Rent Payments & Site Costing
* Supporting rent-related calculations
* Assisting with annual rent reviews and partner profit certificate preparation
Tax Compliance
* Supporting VAT return preparation
* Completing CIS returns
* Completing CT61 submissions
Project Cost Tracking
* Monitoring and reporting on the financial progress of site development projects
Audit Support
* Assisting internal and external audit preparation
Ad-Hoc Duties
* Producing financial reports and analysis
* Supporting general accounting and administrative tasks
About You
We’re looking for someone who has:
* Experience as an Accounts Assistant or in a similar finance role
* Strong understanding of accounting principles
* Proficiency with Xero and related applications (WorkflowMax, Dext, ApprovalMax)
* Advanced MS Excel skills
* High numerical accuracy and strong attention to detail
* Excellent organisational and time-management ability
* Good written and verbal communication skills
* AAT qualification (desirable)
Additional Information
Hours: 37.5 per week (Mon–Fri)Contract: FTCSalary: Competitive (DOE)Location: Manchester
Apply Today
If you’re an experienced Accounts Assistant looking to join a fast-growing organisation with opportunities to develop and contribute to a busy finance team, we’d love to hear from you.