Accounts Assisstant

ACCA Careers; Liverpool City Region; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global company as an Accounts Assistant in Widnes. This role involves a mix of accounting tasks, financial reporting, and administrative duties. Embrace opportunities for career development, a competitive salary, and a supportive culture. Ideal for those with a couple of years of experience in finance, looking to grow in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Generous holiday leave

Collaborative and supportive company culture

Opportunities for professional growth and development

Qualifications

• Experience in payroll is a plus, but exposure to a broad range of accounting duties is essential.
• Looking for a personable team player with a couple of years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Posting bank transactions and maintaining accurate cash book reconciliations.
• Supporting the processing of UK & Belgium payroll and liaising with payroll providers.
• Ensuring processes align with company policies to maintain smooth operations.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Proactive

Job description

An exciting opportunity for a dedicated Accounts Assistant to join a team within the industrial / manufacturing industry. The role is based in Widnes and involves a mix of accounting tasks, financial reporting, and administrative duties.

Client Details

Imagine being part of a team that transforms everyday products into extraordinary experiences. Our client is a global leader in their sector and dedicated to improving quality of life across diverse industries.

Joining the team means embracing opportunities for career development and growth through continuous learning. They offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and a culture that encourages new ideas and continuous improvement.

With a global presence and a focus on sustainability and safety, they are dedicated to making the world a better place. If you're passionate about innovation and eager to make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Description

If you're someone who thrives on structure, loves getting into the detail, and takes pride in keeping things running smoothly—this could be the perfect next step for you.

We're looking for an Accounts Assistant who enjoys being at the heart of the finance function. You'll be organised, proactive, and comfortable juggling a variety of tasks that keep everything in good working order.

Here's what you'll be doing:

1. Posting bank transactions and maintaining accurate cash book reconciliations.
2. Supporting the processing of UK & Belgium payroll—gathering data, liaising with payroll providers, checking reports, and assisting with final sign-off.
3. Being a reliable point of contact for employee payroll and pension queries—providing answers or directing queries appropriately.
4. Collaborating closely with HR and Finance teams, becoming the go-to person for payroll-related matters.
5. Ensuring processes align with company policies to maintain smooth operations and support the larger organizational goals.

Whether you have a few years of experience or are seeking your next step in finance, we value your attitude, attention to detail, and eagerness to learn.

Sound like your kind of place? We'd love to hear from you.

Profile

This role is ideal for an experienced Accounts Assistant with a couple of years of relevant experience, seeking a thriving environment.

Experience in payroll is a plus, but more important is your exposure to a broad range of accounting duties and your interest in reporting-focused roles rather than transactional finance.

You should be a personable team player looking for a business where your success and hard work lead to organic career growth and the realization of your potential.

Job Offer

• A competitive salary up to £35k
• Hybrid working—3 days in the office
• Generous holiday leave
• A collaborative and supportive company culture
• Opportunities for professional growth and development