Accounts Assistant

Cherry Professional; Leeds; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support a busy finance department in Leeds. This permanent role is ideal for detail-oriented and proactive candidates, offering study support for professional development in finance. Previous experience in finance or accounts assisting is preferred, along with proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with accounting software. Don’t miss this opportunity to advance your finance career in a vibrant city center environment.

Benefits

Study support for professional development

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and processing.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Previous experience in finance or accounts assisting roles preferred.
• Familiarity with accounting software such as SAP or QuickBooks.
• Awareness of financial procedures and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Support busy finance department in various tasks.
• Ensure accuracy in data processing and financial reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

MS Office proficiency

Team collaboration

Previous finance experience

Accounting software familiarity

Financial compliance awareness

Education

Qualification in finance or accounting

Tools

SAP

QuickBooks

Job description

Are you ready to kickstart your career in finance within a vibrant city centre environment? We are seeking a dedicated Accounts Assistant to support a busy finance department in Leeds. This permanent role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your skills, with study support to help you achieve your professional goals. If you're detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to grow, this is the perfect position for you to make an impact and advance your finance career.

Required Skills

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and processing
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel - Good communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team
• Previous experience in finance or accounts assisting roles
• Familiarity with accounting software such as SAP, QuickBooks, or similar platforms
• Awareness of financial procedures and compliance

Preferred Education and Experience

A qualification in finance, accounting, or a related field preferred

Entry-level candidates with relevant internship or work experience are encouraged to apply. Eager to contribute to a forward-thinking team and develop your accounting skills? Don’t miss this exciting opportunity—apply today and take the next step in your finance career!

Cherry Professional are recruiting for this opportunity on behalf of our client. Please view our Privacy Policy on our website to understand how your data will be used if you apply for this role.