Overview
Marks Sattin are delighted to be working with a well-established professional services firm in Harrogate who are looking to appoint a Junior Accounts Assistant to join their friendly and supportive finance team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their accounting career to gain hands-on experience across a broad range of finance tasks within a structured and professional environment.
The Role
You will work closely with the Finance Manager and wider accounts team, supporting the day-to-day running of the firm\s financial operations.
Key responsibilities will include:
* Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts and reports
* Reconciling bank statements and ledgers on a daily basis
* Processing supplier invoices and preparing payments for authorisation
* Maintaining accurate records of receipts, payments, and other transactions
* Assisting with client and office account management in line with internal policies
* Supporting the preparation of month-end and year-end financial information
* Assisting with petty cash, cashflow, and ad-hoc financial reporting
* Working collaboratively to ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies
About You
* Previous experience within a finance, accounts, or cashiering environment (placement year or entry-level experience welcome)
* Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
* Confident working with numbers and reconciling data
* Good working knowledge of Excel and general finance systems
* Positive, proactive, and eager to learn
* A team player with strong communication skills
* Ideally studying or keen to study AAT / CIMA / ACCA
What\s on Offer
* £26,000 per annum
* Hybrid working upon passing of probation
* Study support and professional development opportunities
* Supportive and collaborative finance team
* Modern offices in the centre of Harrogate
* Genuine opportunity to grow within the business
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to take their first or next step in finance and develop their skills within a reputable, people-focused organisation.
If you\re interested in finding out more, please contact Cameron.Walsh@markssattin.com for a confidential conversation.
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