Accounts Assistant

Vanilla Recruitment (UK) Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant to join their friendly finance team in East Midlands. The role includes managing supplier invoices, supporting month-end processes, and providing essential administrative support. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 2 years experience in accounts or administration and strong communication skills.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in accounts and general administration.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (Vlookups and Pivottables) and desirable experience with Sage Accounts.

Responsibilities

• Manage incoming and outgoing post and provide main switchboard cover.
• Record, reconcile supplier invoices and arrange authorised payments.
• Prepare schedules and assist with month-end reporting.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Numeracy

Proactive approach

Education

AAT studied or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Sage Accounts

Job description

Are you an experienced Accounts Assistant looking to join a small but friendly finance team? We re seeking a detail-oriented and proactive individual to support our client. The role will cover a broad range of administrative and accounts duties and will report into the Finance Manager.

You ll be the first point of contact for reception and telephone enquiries while providing essential support across all areas of finance. From managing supplier invoices and reconciling accounts to preparing reports and supporting month-end processes.

• Hours: 8.15am 4.45pm (Mon Thurs) / 8am 2.15pm (Fri) (30 mins lunch)
• GBP28,000 - GBP30,000 dependent upon experience
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• On-site parking

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage incoming and outgoing post
• Provide main switchboard cover, answering and transferring calls
• Use MRP/ERP/Finance systems to support financial processes
• Book in Goods Returns Notes and match them to purchase invoices
• Record and reconcile supplier invoices and statements
• Arrange authorised supplier payments and perform daily bank reconciliations
• Prepare schedules and journals for prepayments, provisions, and accruals
• Assist with month-end reporting and journal entries
• Collate, reconcile, and code expenses and credit card payments
• Provide administrative support including typing reports, preparing spreadsheets and presentations
• Welcome visitors and arrange refreshments as needed

Skills & Experience

• Minimum of 2 years experience in accounts and general administration
• AAT studier or QBE
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• High level of numeracy and attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (Vlookups and Pivottables) and Sage Accounts desirable
• Able to work independently, manage time effectively, and maintain confidentiality
• Team-oriented with a proactive and flexible approach