Accounts Assistant

Key Appointments (UK) Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established recruitment agency is seeking an Accounts Assistant for a full-time, office-based role in Leeds City Centre. The position offers a competitive salary starting at £26,500, increasing to £27,810 post-probation. The Accounts Assistant will manage daily finance tasks including bank reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable, and credit control. Ideal candidates will have experience in finance roles and demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills. A generous benefits package is included, highlighting the supportive work environment.

Benefits

Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days

Discretionary bonus scheme

Summer working hours

Complimentary gym passes

Excellent transport connectivity

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an accounts or finance assistant role.
• A good understanding of bank reconciliations and payment processing.
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support the finance function across a range of responsibilities.
• Process supplier invoices and ensure correct approvals.
• Chase overdue payments in a professional manner.

Skills

Attention to detail

Bank reconciliations

Microsoft Excel

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

Part-qualified AAT or finance qualification

Tools

Accounting or ERP systems

Job description

Accounts Assistant | Leeds City Centre - office based

Full-time, Permanent | Mon-Fri / 8am-4pm
Salary: £26,500 rising to £27,810 on successful completion of probation

If you are an experienced Accounts Assistant looking for a stable role within a well-established business, this could be an excellent next step for you. We are recruiting on behalf of a long-standing company in the import and distribution sector that offers a supportive finance team, a varied workload, and a positive working environment. Reporting to the Finance Director, as Accounts Assistant you will play an important part in the day-to-day running of the finance function. This is a role where your attention to detail will be valued, your contribution will be recognised, and you will have the opportunity to build on your existing finance experience.

What You Can Expect

• Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days, inclusive of bank holidays, with additional entitlement awarded in line with continued service.
• Participation in a discretionary bonus scheme, recognising individual and company performance.
• Summer working hours available between June and August.
• A centrally located office in the heart of the city, surrounded by shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities.
• Excellent transport connectivity, with a main railway station located within a short walking distance.
• Complimentary gym passes, promoting health, wellbeing, and an active lifestyle.

Your Role

As an Accounts Assistant, you will support the finance function across a range of responsibilities, helping to ensure accurate and timely financial processing.

Banking and Cash Management

• Carrying out daily and monthly bank reconciliations across multiple accounts.
• Monitoring bank balances and highlighting discrepancies or unusual transactions.
• Processing incoming and outgoing payments, including BACS, CHAPS, and card receipts.
• Accurately allocating customer receipts against invoices.

Accounts Payable and Receivable

• Processing supplier invoices and ensuring correct coding and approvals.
• Preparing and processing supplier payment runs in line with agreed terms.
• Raising sales invoices and credit notes as required.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date ledgers.

Credit Control

• Monitoring customer accounts and agreed credit limits.
• Chasing overdue payments in a professional and timely manner.
• Resolving invoice and payment queries with customers and internal teams.

General Finance Support

• Liaising with sales, customer service, and logistics teams to resolve order or invoicing issues.
• Supporting invoicing and despatch processes where required.
• Assisting with ad-hoc finance and administrative tasks.

What We're Looking For

Essential

• Previous experience in an accounts or finance assistant role.
• A good understanding of bank reconciliations and payment processing.
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Confidence using Microsoft Excel and accounting or ERP systems, including AI-enabled tools.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.

Desirable

• Knowledge of VAT and basic accounting principles.
• Part-qualified AAT or currently studying towards a finance qualification.

About You

• You are reliable, organised, and take pride in your work.
• You are a confident communicator, both written and verbal.
• You are comfortable working independently as well as part of a team.
• You handle financial information professionally and discreetly.

How to Apply

If this sounds like the kind of role where you could thrive, we would love to hear from you.
Please apply with your CV, highlighting your relevant experience.
If shortlisted, our client will contact you to discuss the role and your experience further.

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