Accounts Assistant

Thorn Baker Recruitment Ltd; Huddersfield; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional recruitment agency in Huddersfield is seeking an Accounts Assistant to manage financial operations including invoicing and payroll. The role is office-based with potential for hybrid work post onboarding and offers development through accounting courses. Ideal candidates should have experience with software like Xero and strong analytical skills.

Benefits

Career development courses

Potential for hybrid working

Qualifications

• Experience using accounting software (Xero preferred).
• Understanding of VAT, payroll, and general accounting principles.
• Ability to work cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day financial operations of the business.
• Oversee invoicing, payroll preparation, and bank reconciliation.
• Support and analyze monthly management accounts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Proactive process improvements

Education

AAT qualified or pursuing ACCA/CIMA

Tools

Xero

Sage

QuickBooks

Job description

Thorn Baker is working in collaboration with a contract cleaning facilities management company, to recruit a competent Accounts Assistant. Based in Huddersfield, this role is office based with potential for hybrid working once embedded into the role. Our client is a professional business who are rapidly growing, the role has been created to effectively support the next phase of their revenue growth.

Please note, the salary is open to negotiation for the right person.

The Accounts Assistant will be responsible for managing some of the day-to-day financial operations of the business.

• Invoicing
• Credit control
• Payroll preparation
• Bank reconciliation
• Management Reporting
• Cash Flow
• Communication with external b2b partnerships
• Maintain accurate financial records using accounting software (e.g., Xero, Sage, QuickBooks)
• Manage the invoice discounting process, including liaison with Bibby Financial Services
• Support and analyse monthly management accounts and financial reports for senior leaders
• Prepare VAT returns, PAYE submissions, and assist with year-end accounts.
• Oversee credit control, chasing overdue invoices and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Support the preparation and submission of payroll data (in conjunction with HR or payroll

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is looking to take the next step in their career, into a more independent role. The company can facilitate accounting courses to support your personal growth and progression within the finance sector.

Requirements for the role include, but aren't exclusive to

• Experience of using accounting software (Xero preferred, but Sage or QuickBooks acceptable).
• Excellent attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• Sound understanding of VAT, payroll, and general accounting principles.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Proactive and confident in making process improvements and financial recommendations.
• Desirable Qualifications:
• AAT qualified or working towards ACCA/CIMA (not essential but advantageous)

If you would like to explore this in more detail and have a history of working in a fast paced environment, please apply.