Accounts Assistant

Search Consultancy; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established organization in Manchester is seeking a fluent French and English-speaking Accounts Assistant to join their finance team on a 14-month maternity cover contract. The ideal candidate will assist with financial transactions, maintain records, and support reporting processes. This full-time role offers flexible hours and hybrid working arrangements, along with excellent benefits including health insurance and generous holidays.

Benefits

Health insurance

Group income protection & life assurance

Pension plan

Wellness programs

Employee discounts

24 days holiday + bank holidays + 1 extra day off!

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a finance or accounts role is essential.
• Proficiency in accounting software is required.
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with processing purchase and sales ledger transactions.
• Reconcile bank statements and supplier accounts.
• Prepare and post journals as required.
• Support month-end and year-end reporting processes.

Skills

Fluency in French and English

Strong numerical skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

Accounts Assistant (French Speaking) - 14-Month FTC (Maternity Cover)

Location: Manchester City Centre
Contract: 14-Month Fixed-Term Contract

Search are supporting a growing and well-established organisation in the heart of Manchester!

We're looking for a fluent French and English-speaking Accounts Assistant professional to join our finance team on a 14-month maternity cover contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic, supportive environment with excellent benefits.

This will be on a full time basis working Monday to Friday (hours are flexible: 8-4pm, 8:30-4:30pm, 9-5pm) with hybrid working (2 days office and 3 days from home).

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with processing purchase and sales ledger transactions
• Reconcile bank statements and supplier accounts
• Prepare and post journals as required
• Support month-end and year-end reporting processes
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation
• Assist with VAT returns and other statutory reporting
• Respond to internal and external finance queries

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience in a finance or accounts role
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, QuickBooks)
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Group income protection & life assurance
• Pension plan
• Wellness programs
• Employee discounts
• 24 days holiday + bank holidays + 1 extra day off!

Ready to take the next step in your finance career? We'd love to hear from you! Apply now to discuss more details!

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age