
Accounts Assistant
ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT
STOCKPORT | OFFICE BASED | FLEXIBLE WORKING HOURS
£27,000 to £35,000 + BENEFITS + STUDY (AAT, CIMA OR ACCA)
THE COMPANY:
We're proud to be partnering with a fast-growing business based in Stockport at state-of-the-art premises that boast a communal games area, kitchen and even an onsite gym!
As part of their expansion, they're now seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant / Assistant Accountant to join the team, you'll be focused on Purchase Ledger, Expenses, Credit Card, Bank Reconciliations and Supplier Payment runs.
In addition, opportunity exists to get involved in Sales Ledger, and potentially to support the Management Accountant in the future with the month-end process.
This is an ideal role for a proactive individual who wants hands-on experience across a range of accounting functions, with the opportunity to grow their career and gain professional qualifications such as AAT, CIMA, or ACCA.
THE ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT / ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT ROLE:
- As the Accounts Assistant/Assistant Accountant/Finance Assistant, you'll be supporting the finance team focusing on Purchase Ledger primarily, and providing ad-hoc support on the Sales Ledger function as required.
- Manage purchase ledger and matching to PO numbers
- Seeking invoice approvals and resolving queries with suppliers/internal team members
- Preparing accurate supplier payment schedules
- Responsible for managing employee expenses and credit card statements
- Managing the accounts inbox and resolving queries
- Conducting daily bank reconciliation and resolving discrepancies
- Support the Management Accountant as and when required
- Assist with sales ledger invoicing and credit control from a transactional perspective
- Opportunity to gradually take on wider accounting responsibilities as the business grows, such as month end assistance with journals, VAT and other tasks.
- Contribute to process improvements and support a fast-paced, evolving finance function
THE PERSON:
- Must have experience in a similar role such as, Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Assistant Accountant, Purchase Ledger or similar
- Eager to learn, with the motivation to take advantage of study support (AAT/CIMA/ACCA)
- Ambitious and keen to develop a career in accounting
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Comfortable working in a small team and taking ownership of tasks
TO APPLY:
Please send your CV for the Accounts Assistant/Finance Assistant via the advert for immediate consideration.
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- Start: ASAP
- Rate: £27000.00 - £35000.00 per annum + + Study Support + Benefits
- Location: Stockport, England
- Type: Permanent
- Industry: Accountancy
- Recruiter: GetRecruited UK Ltd
- Contact: Matthew Ager
- Tel: 0161 850 1091
- Email: to view click here
- Posted: 2025-10-06 14:43:03 -
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