Accounts Assistant

Reed; Higham; On-site; GBP 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Flexible hours

Competitive pay

Job summary

Reed Accountancy are recruiting on behalf of a well-established organisation in East Lancashire for a Part-Time Finance Assistant. The role offers hybrid working and flexible hours, ideal for an experienced finance professional seeking a varied position within a supportive environment.

The successful candidate will support day-to-day accounting activities, helping to ensure smooth financial processes and accurate records. Competitive pay and pro rata salary are highlighted in the listing.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an accounts or finance role
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Good communication skills and a professional approach

Responsibilities

• Purchase ledger processing
• Sales ledger support
• Credit control
• Bank reconciliations
• Processing supplier payments
• Customer and supplier account maintenance
• Assisting with month-end procedures
• Maintaining accurate financial records
• General finance administration
• Supporting the finance team with reporting, analysis and ad hoc projects

Skills

Excel

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Education

AAT qualification

Studying towards AAT

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Reed Accountancy are recruiting exclusively on behalf of a well-established organisation in East Lancashire for a Part-Time Finance Assistant. This role offers hybrid working and flexible hours, making it an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional seeking a varied position within a supportive working environment.

The successful candidate will provide support across a range of day-to-day accounting activities, helping to ensure the smooth running of financial processes and maintaining accurate financial records.

Key Responsibilities:

• Purchase ledger processing
• Sales ledger support
• Credit control
• Bank reconciliations
• Processing supplier payments
• Customer and supplier account maintenance
• Assisting with month-end procedures
• Maintaining accurate financial records
• General finance administration
• Supporting the finance team with reporting, analysis and ad hoc projects

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience working in an accounts or finance role
• AAT qualified or studying towards AAT (desirable), although relevant experience will also be considered
• Good Microsoft Excel skills, including confidence using spreadsheets and basic formulas
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication skills and a professional, proactive approach

Hours and Benefits:

• Hybrid home working
• Flexible working hours
• Competitive pay of up to £20.00 per hour
• A varied role with opportunities to broaden your finance skills
• Ongoing training and development
• A supportive working environment
• Exposure to a wide range of finance activities
• Salary: £35,000 FTE (pro rata)
• Part Time (hours can be negotiable)

If you are looking for a flexible part-time finance position where you can utilise your skills and contribute to a busy finance team, we would love to hear from you.