Accounts assistant

Sewell Wallis are currently working with a growing and well-established business based in Doncaster, South Yorkshire, who a recruiting an Accounts Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity to join an organisation that genuinely invests in its people and offers a collaborative, supportive working environment.

Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of work, they are looking to strengthen their finance team with an ambitious and proactive individual who is keen to develop their skills and build a long-term career within finance. Reporting into the Group Finance Manager, you'll play a key role in supporting the day-to-day finance function whilst gaining exposure to a broad range of accounting responsibilities.

What will you be doing?

Managing aspects of the sales ledger, purchase ledger and credit control functions.
Reconciling company bank accounts and ensuring financial records remain accurate and up to date.
Supporting purchase ledger activities, including invoice processing and supplier account management.
Preparing subcontractor payment runs and maintaining accurate records.
Producing CIS returns and supporting compliance requirements.
Processing company credit card transactions and reconciliations.
Maintaining company vehicle and associated finance records.
Assisting with month-end processes and supporting the timely production of management information.
Producing accurate financial reports and supporting analysis for management.
Assisting with monthly cash flow forecasting and monitoring business performance.
Supporting weekly payroll processes and subcontractor payments.
Working closely with the wider finance team to continuously improve processes and controls.What skills are we looking for?

A minimum of 5 years' experience within an accounts or finance role.
Ideally AAT qualified, studying towards AAT or holding an equivalent qualification.
Strong understanding of transactional finance processes, including sales ledger, purchase ledger and reconciliations.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Strong communication skills and a professional approach.
Experience within the construction sector would be advantageous but is not essential.
Proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop.What's on offer?

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
Annual discretionary bonus scheme.
Income protection and Employee Assistance Programme.
Ongoing training and development opportunities.
Company events and employee referral scheme.
Long service awards.
Free onsite parking.
Opportunity to join a people-focused organisation with a strong culture and long-term career prospects.
Stable, growing business with a supportive and collaborative team environment.If you're an experienced Accounts Assistant looking to join a business where your contribution is genuinely valued and where you can develop your career in a supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply now or get in touch with Eleanor Kirk for more information.

To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions