Details:
- Salary: £30,000 - 32,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Corby North Northamptonshire
- Date: 1 day ago
Description:
Accounts Assistant - UK Head office SME - Corby - £30,000-£32,000
Reporting to the Finance leader, you'll take ownership of the day-to-day finance function while supporting month-end activities and helping drive continuous improvement across finance processes.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their accounting career within a collaborative, forward-thinking business that genuinely invests in its people.
Accounts Assistant: Key Responsibilities
* Manage the sales and purchase ledgers, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and on time.
* Process supplier invoices, expenses and payment runs.
* Perform bank reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records.
* Assist with month-end journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations.
* Support VAT preparation and reporting.
* Monitor finance trackers and produce accurate financial information.
* Work closely with colleagues, customers, suppliers and external accountants.
* Identify discrepancies and support improvements to financial controls and processes.
* Provide wider finance and administrative support as required.
About You
We're looking for someone who enjoys working in a hands-on finance role and takes pride in accuracy, organisation and continuous improvement. You'll ideally have:
* Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar finance role.
* AAT qualification (or currently studying towards it).
* Experience with Sage 50 or similar accounting software.
* Strong Excel and analytical skills.
* Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
* A proactive, positive attitude with the confidence to improve processes.
* The ability to prioritise workload and work effectively within a small team.
What's on Offer?
* Competitive salary of £30,000–£32,000 DOE
* Potential study support
* Career development opportunities
* A supportive, close-knit team environment
* The chance to make a real impact within a growing, innovative business
Apply
If you're looking for a role where you can take ownership, develop your career and make a real impact within a growing international business, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV in confidence to Emma Dawson at Abacus Consulting, retained recruitment partner to Harbury Consulting