Accounts Assistant

Michael Page (UK); Leicester; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK is seeking an Accounts Assistant to assist with financial statements, maintain records, and support cashflow management. Candidates should be working towards an AAT qualification, have experience with accounting software, and possess strong organizational and communication skills. This role comes with a competitive salary of up to £32,000 and various benefits including a 12:30 pm finish on Fridays.

Benefits

Salary up to £32,000

12:30 pm finish on Fridays

Free onsite parking

Discretionary bonus

Other voluntary benefits

Qualifications

• Working towards AAT qualification or equivalent is preferred.
• Experience with accounting software is necessary.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles is required.
• High level of attention to detail is essential.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks are needed.
• Excellent communication skills for liaising with teams and suppliers are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Process and maintain accounts payable and receivable records.
• Maintain general ledgers and financial documents.
• Support the Finance Director with cashflow management.
• Ensure timely and accurate invoicing and payment processing.
• Manage and reconcile petty cash and credit card statements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

AAT qualification or equivalent

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

About Our Client

My client is a leading innovator in the Manufacturing sector, known for delivering high-performance technologies to global industrial, aerospace, automotive, and energy-sector clients. The business is experiencing strong growth driven by increasing demand for automated manufacturing systems and ongoing investment.

Job Description

The Accounts Assistant's duties are varied and will include but not limited to:

• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, reports, and reconciliations.
• Process and maintain accurate accounts payable and receivable records daily.
• Assist in maintaining general ledgers, journals, and other financial documents daily.
• Support the Finance Director with cashflow
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Ensure timely and accurate invoicing, processing of payments, and receipt tracking.
• Manage and reconcile petty cash/ credit card statements and staff expenses
• Assist in preparation of VAT returns, ensuring compliance with relevant tax regulations.

The Successful Applicant

• Working towards AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) qualification or equivalent (preferred).
• Experience with accounting software.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles.
• High level of attention to detail with the ability to reconcile data accurately.
• Strong organisational skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for liaising with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Be willing to commute into the office for 5 days per week.

What's on Offer

There are lots of benefits on offer including a salary up to c£32,000 + a 12:30pm finish on a Friday + free onsite parking + discretionary bonus + other voluntary benefits