Accounts Assistant

Hays PLC; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Hays PLC is seeking an Accounts Assistant for a full-time, hybrid role in Liverpool. This position offers a unique chance to work with a prestigious international retailer, effectively developing your finance career. Key responsibilities include processing invoices, reconciling accounts, and assisting in financial procedures. Your attention to detail and organizational skills are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar finance or accounts role is essential.
• High level of accuracy and detail orientation required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Processing purchase and sales invoices accurately.
• Reconciling bank statements and company accounts.
• Assisting with month-end and year-end financial procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

AAT qualification or working towards

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Sage

Xero

Job description

| Accounts Assistant | Liverpool | £28K - £32K

Location: Liverpool Area
Company: International Retailer
Job Type: Full-time, Hybrid, 3x days WFH
Salary: £28K - £32K
Reporting to: Finance Manager

About the Role:

We are seeking a diligent and motivated Accounts Assistant to join a prestigious, international retailer based in the Liverpool area. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in finance within a supportive and professional environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Processing purchase and sales invoices accurately and in a timely manner
• Reconciling bank statements and company accounts
• Assisting with month-end and year-end financial procedures
• Maintaining and updating financial records and ledgers
• Supporting the preparation of VAT returns and other statutory filings
• Liaising with suppliers and internal teams to resolve invoice and payment queries
• Assisting with payroll and expense processing as required
• Providing general administrative support to the finance department

Person Specification:

Essential:

• Previous experience in a similar finance or accounts role
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, or similar)
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal

Desirable:

• AAT qualified or working towards qualification

If you are interested in this position, please apply via the link or to find out more, please email [e-mail]