Accounts Assistant

CY Executive Resourcing; Droitwich Spa; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Anonymous is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join a growing international business within the Finance Team. You will help maintain accurate records, support month-end processes and handle day-to-day finance operations with a proactive and detail-oriented approach.

The role offers exposure to a broad range of finance activities and a hybrid working model, suitable for someone looking to progress their accounting career in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a finance or accounts role.
• Proficient in Excel and accounting software.
• Experience with purchase ledger and cash book.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Processing sales and purchase ledger transactions.
• Reviewing supplier accounts and resolving queries.
• Supporting month-end activities, including reconciliations.
• Assisting with accruals and prepayments.
• Managing intercompany recharges, invoicing, and reconciliations.
• Preparing supplier payment runs.
• Processing employee expense claims.
• Preparing information for VAT returns.
• Daily bank reconciliations.
• Producing spend vs budget reports.
• Assisting with customer invoice queries.
• Supporting finance process improvements.
• Providing general support to Finance Team.

Skills

Excel

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

AAT qualification or equivalent

Tools

Accounting software

Finance system / ERP

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Accounts Assistant to join a successful and growing international business. Working as part of a friendly and supportive Finance Team, you will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end processes, and ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day finance operations.

This position offers excellent exposure to a broad range of finance activities and would suit an organised and detail-oriented individual looking to further develop their accounting career within a dynamic business environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing sales and purchase ledger transactions.
• Reviewing supplier accounts and resolving queries in a timely manner.
• Supporting month-end activities, including account reconciliations and financial analysis.
• Assisting with accruals and prepayments.
• Managing intercompany recharges, invoicing, and reconciliations.
• Preparing supplier payment runs and recommending payments in line with company procedures.
• Processing employee expense claims and following up on any discrepancies.
• Administering company credit card accounts.
• Preparing information for VAT returns and other financial reporting requirements.
• Completing daily bank reconciliations.
• Producing expenditure analysis and spend versus budget reports.
• Assisting with customer invoice queries and credit note administration.
• Supporting finance process improvements and system developments.
• Providing general support to the wider Finance Team as required.

About You

• Previous experience within a finance or accounts role.
• Knowledge of accounting procedures and financial processes.
• Experience of ledger accounting, including purchase ledger, nominal ledger, and cash book activities.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, with experience creating and manipulating spreadsheets.
• Excellent IT skills and confidence using accounting software and business systems.
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workloads effectively.
• A proactive, self-motivated, and flexible approach to work.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• AAT qualification or working towards a finance qualification.
• Experience within a manufacturing, distribution, or international business environment.
• French language skills.
• Exposure to VAT administration and intercompany accounting processes.

What's on Offer?

• Hybrid working model.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Supportive team environment.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Career progression within an established and growing organisation.
• Varied role offering exposure to multiple areas of finance.

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of an organisation that has chosen to remain anonymous during the initial stages of recruitment. Further details will be provided to shortlisted applicants