Accounts Assistant

Debbie Burbage Recruitment; Kettering; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A successful business in Kettering seeks an Accounts Assistant to join a friendly team. The role involves processing invoices, reconciling accounts, and providing finance administration support. Ideal candidates will have accounts experience, a strong attention to detail, and proficiency in Excel. A competitive salary ranging from £26,000 to £30,000 is offered, along with flexible working hours and AAT study support. This is an excellent opportunity for professional development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

29 days holiday including statutory bank holidays

Pension

Parking

Flexible start and finish times

AAT study support

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an accounts or finance assistant role.
• Confidence using Excel and finance systems.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase and sales invoices accurately.
• Reconcile supplier statements and bank accounts.
• Assist with payroll information preparation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Excel proficiency

Job description

We are delighted to be working exclusively with our client, a successful business based in Kettering, to recruit a Accounts Assistant to join their friendly team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with solid accounts experience who is looking to develop their skills further in a supportive and professional environment.

Reporting to the Financial Controller, duties include:

• Processing purchase and sales invoices accurately, and resolving any related queries with suppliers or internal teams
• Reconciling supplier statements and bank accounts, investigating and resolving any discrepancies
• Processing employee expense claims in line with company policies
• Assisting with payment runs, ensuring payments are made accurately and on time
• Assisting with the collection, checking, and preparation of payroll information ahead of payroll processing
• Supporting month‑end activities
• Providing general finance administration support and assisting with ad hoc finance tasks as required

The Candidate:

We are looking for someone with previous experience in an accounts or finance assistant role who takes pride in their work and brings a strong eye for detail. You will have experience working within an accounts or finance environment and feel confident using Excel and finance systems, although advanced Excel skills are not required. You will work accurately and conscientiously, with a high level of attention to detail, and communicate clearly and professionally with colleagues. You will also enjoy working collaboratively as part of a team and demonstrate a genuine willingness to learn, develop, and support the wider finance function.

Remuneration

• £26,000 - c£30,000 depending on experience
• 37.5 hours per week, flexible start and finish times - Office-based
• 29 days, including statutory bank holidays
• AAT study support considered, depending on the candidate
• Pension, Parking

Debbie Burbage Recruitment is committed to equal opportunities and diversity. Candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. We are a member of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) and are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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