Part-time accounts assistant

We are working with a well-established and growing business in the Bury St Edmunds area, who are looking to appoint a part-time Accounts Assistant to join their finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to become an integral part of a supportive accounts department, reporting directly into the Finance Manager.

This role offers flexibility, variety, and the chance to get involved in both day-to-day transactional finance work and month-end processes.

The Role

Working within the accounts department, you will take responsibility for both purchase and sales ledger functions, ensuring accuracy and efficiency across all financial records. Your key duties will include:

Managing the purchase ledger from start to finish
Matching purchase invoices to purchase orders and resolving discrepancies
Inputting purchase invoices onto internal MIS systems and Sage
Overseeing goods-in receipt processes
Managing the sales ledger, including raising sales invoices and allocating receipts
Credit control and debtor management
Assisting with sales reporting for the Finance Manager
Supporting the preparation of month-end accounts
About You

The ideal candidate will bring:

AAT Level 2 qualification (or equivalent)
Minimum 2 years’ experience working in an accounts/finance environment
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to manage and prioritise your own workload effectively
Confidence using Microsoft Office and accounting systems (including Sage)
A proactive approach with a genuine desire to maintain accurate ledgers
Experience within the print industry is beneficial but not essential
The Offer

Part-time role: 15 hours per week
Flexible working across Monday to Thursday
£28k pro-rata
Based in Bury St Edmunds
Opportunity to develop your skills and gain exposure to month-end accounts
Supportive team environment with scope to grow within the business
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