Accounts Assistant

Morson Edge; Manchester; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

An international equipment rental business is seeking an Accounts Assistant for a 6-month fixed-term contract in Bolton. The ideal candidate will support finance operations, focusing on purchase ledger and credit control. Candidates should have experience in transactional finance, with a strong proficiency in Sage 200. This role offers a salary between £29,000 and £31,000, along with exposure to a growing business and supportive leadership.

Benefits

Exposure to a growing business

Varied role offering development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar finance assistant or transactional finance role.
• Experience with purchase ledger and basic credit control activities.
• Ability to handle high-volume transactions in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices accurately.
• Prepare and run payment runs, including international payments.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve queries.
• Support debt management and reporting.
• Assist with cash allocation and account reconciliations.

Skills

Sage 200 proficiency

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Ability to work to deadlines

Positive and proactive approach

Tools

Sage 200

Job description

Accounts Assistant (6-month FTC)
Salary: £29,000 - £31,000 + benefits
Location: Bolton (BL6)

An established and fast-growing international equipment rental business, supplying a wide range of technical products to customers across the UK and overseas, is seeking a Finance Assistant on a 6‑month fixed‑term contract. Due to continued growth and increasing demand from both domestic and international markets, the finance function is expanding and requires additional support to manage rising transaction volumes and maintain strong financial controls.

Reporting into the Finance Manager, you will play a key role in supporting day‑to‑day finance operations, with a focus on both Purchase Ledger and Credit Control. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied position, is confident handling high‑volume transactions, and wants to contribute to a busy, collaborative finance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices accurately and in line with company policy
• Prepare and run weekly/monthly payment runs, including international payments
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve queries
• Support with debt management and reporting
• Assist with cash allocation and account reconciliations
• Maintain accurate records in Sage 200
• Work closely with internal departments to resolve invoice or payment issues
• Provide general support to the Finance Manager and wider team

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in a similar Finance Assistant, AP/AR or transactional finance role
• Hands‑on experience with Sage 200 is highly desirable
• Confident with both purchase ledger and basic credit control activity
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to work to deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Positive, proactive approach and a willingness to learn

What's on Offer

• Salary of £29,000 - £31,000
• 6‑month fixed‑term contract
• Exposure to a growing business with supportive leadership
• A varied role offering development across AP, AR and international payments