Accounts Assistant

Accountable-Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

AAT study support

Career progression

Job summary

Accountable-Recruitment in Manchester is seeking a Junior Accounts Assistant to join a retail finance team. The role focuses on building Accounts Payable experience while broadening exposure to broader accounting tasks.

We offer AAT study support and a clear path to progress into a full Accounts Assistant role within a busy finance environment. Ideal for someone starting their finance career with ambition and a proactive attitude.

Qualifications

• 6-12 months experience in Accounts Payable or a similar junior finance role.
• Genuine interest in developing a long-term career in accounting.
• Strong Excel skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Positive, proactive attitude and a willingness to learn.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and manage purchase ledger transactions.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve invoice queries.
• Assist with payment runs and bank reconciliations.
• Support the preparation of month-end accounts.
• Help with expenses, journals and general ledger tasks.
• Work closely with the wider finance team to develop accounting knowledge.
• Take on additional responsibilities as experience grows.

Skills

Excel skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organisational skills

Willingness to learn

Education

AAT studies

Job description

Accounts Assistant (acr2343) Manchester, England

Salary: GBP28000 - GBP32000 per annum

We have a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and ambitious Junior Accounts Assistant to join a thriving retail business based in the heart of vibrant Manchester.

This role is perfect for someone with 6-12 months' experience in Accounts Payable who is eager to broaden their finance knowledge, develop their accounting skills and progress into a well-rounded Accounts Assistant role.

If you're already studying AAT, or looking for an opportunity to start your qualification alongside gaining valuable hands-on experience, we'd love to hear from you!

The Role

Working as part of a friendly and supportive finance team, you'll initially build on your Accounts Payable experience before gradually gaining exposure to wider accounting responsibilities.

• Processing supplier invoices and managing purchase ledger transactions.
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving invoice queries.
• Assisting with payment runs and bank reconciliations.
• Supporting the preparation of month-end accounts.
• Helping with expenses, journals and general ledger tasks.
• Working closely with the wider finance team to develop your accounting knowledge.
• Taking on additional responsibilities as your confidence and experience grow.

About You

• Around 6-12 months' experience working in Accounts Payable or a similar junior finance role.
• A genuine interest in developing a long-term career in accountancy.
• Started studying AAT or is keen to begin their studies.
• Good Excel skills and excellent attention to detail.
• A positive, proactive attitude and a willingness to learn.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Most importantly, we're looking for someone with ambition, enthusiasm and the drive to develop!

What's on Offer?

• The opportunity to develop from Accounts Payable into a broader Accounts Assistant position.
• AAT study support to help you progress professionally.
• Exposure to a busy, fast-paced retail finance environment.
• A supportive team offering ongoing training and development.
• Genuine opportunities to grow your career as you gain experience.

Interested?

If you're at the beginning of your finance career and looking for a business that will invest in your development, this could be the perfect next step.