Account Assistant

Nicholas Associates Group Limited; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£28,000 salary

9:00am-5:00pm working hours

Leeds LS4 location

Job summary

Nicholas Associates Group is seeking an Account Assistant to support day-to-day financial administration in our Leeds (LS4) team. You will help process invoices, maintain records and assist with general accounting tasks in a friendly, supportive environment.

The ideal candidate will be organised, numerate and comfortable with Excel and basic accounting systems, with prior accounts experience and an AAT qualification or equivalent advantage.

Qualifications

• Experience in an accounts or finance role is desirable.
• AAT qualification or equivalent experience would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Processing sales and purchase invoices
• Recording and reconciling financial transactions
• Assisting with accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Preparing and maintaining financial records
• Supporting bank and account reconciliations
• Monitoring outstanding invoices and payments
• Assisting with month-end procedures
• Handling general finance administration
• Communicating with customers and suppliers when required
• Providing support to the wider accounts team

Skills

Organised

Reliable

Detail-oriented

Numerical skills

Excel

Accounting systems

Independent

Communication

Experience in accounts

AAT qualification

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

ocation: Leeds, LS4
Salary: £28,000 per annum
Working Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm
Job Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are looking for a reliable and organised Account Assistant to join our team based in Leeds (LS4). This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is looking to develop their accounting and finance experience within a supportive working environment.
You will assist with the day-to-day financial administration of the business, ensuring records are accurate, up to date and handled efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing sales and purchase invoices
• Recording and reconciling financial transactions
• Assisting with accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Preparing and maintaining financial records
• Supporting bank and account reconciliations
• Monitoring outstanding invoices and payments
• Assisting with month-end procedures
• Handling general finance administration
• Communicating with customers and suppliers when required
• Providing support to the wider accounts team

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• Organised, reliable and detail-oriented
• Confident working with numbers and financial information
• Comfortable using Microsoft Excel and accounting systems
• Able to work independently and manage priorities
• A good communicator with a professional approach
• Previous experience in an accounts or finance role is desirable
• AAT qualification or equivalent experience would be an advantage

What We Offer

• £28,000 salary
• 9:00am-5:00pm working hours
• Monday-Friday working pattern
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Opportunity to develop your accounting and finance skills
• Leeds LS4 location Reference R02

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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