Accounts Assistant

SG Partnership; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

SG Partnership is a rapidly growing technology and manufacturing business recruiting an Accounts Assistant to join its expanding finance function in the UK. You will manage core transactional activities whilst gaining exposure to broader accounting responsibilities as the business scales.

The role requires solid Excel skills and experience with Xero or MRPeasy, with a proactive attitude in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and opportunities to contribute to international expansion.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Accounts Assistant or transactional finance roles.
• Understanding of purchase ledger, sales ledger and credit control processes.
• Strong Excel skills and confidence with financial systems.
• Experience using Xero, MRPeasy or similar software.
• Studying towards an accounting qualification (AAT) is welcomed but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase and sales ledgers, ensuring accurate processing.
• Oversee credit control and support timely payments collection.
• Process and reconcile employee expenses and company cards.
• Handle asset purchases and procurement with accurate records.
• Use Xero and MRPeasy to maintain financial information.
• Liaise with colleagues to resolve queries and support financial admin.
• Prepare bank reconciliations and assist with year-end accounts.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

Attention to detail

Proactive and adaptable

Education

AAT study (welcomed)

Tools

Xero

MRPeasy

Job description

SG Partnership is delighted to be partnering with a rapidly growing, founder-led technology and manufacturing business to recruit an Accounts Assistant into its expanding finance function.

Having grown turnover from £3m to £5m in just 12 months, the business has ambitious plans to reach £30m over the next four years, supported by significant contract wins, international expansion and a strategy combining organic growth with targeted acquisitions.

Established in 2019, the company has quickly become a major challenger in its specialist market, securing high-value contracts with leading UK organisations and taking significant market share from established competitors. Now approaching market leadership, the business has also established subsidiaries in the US, Australia and France to support its international growth.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Accounts Assistant to join at a pivotal stage of the company's journey, taking ownership of core transactional finance activities whilst gaining exposure to broader accounting responsibilities as the business continues to scale.

Why Join?

• Exceptional Growth: Join a business that has increased turnover by over 65% in the last year, with ambitious plans to reach £30m over the next four years.


• International Exposure: Be part of an expanding international business with newly established operations in the US, Australia and France.


• Career Development: An opportunity to progress beyond transactional accounting into broader finance responsibilities, including month-end, year-end and international accounting.


• Exciting Growth Strategy: Join a business securing major contracts, gaining significant market share and pursuing further expansion through organic growth and acquisitions.


• Make an Impact: Become part of a growing finance function where your contribution will be visible and your responsibilities can develop alongside the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the purchase and sales ledgers, ensuring transactions are processed accurately and efficiently.


• Overseeing credit control activities, monitoring outstanding balances and supporting timely collection of payments.


• Processing and reconciling employee expenses and company credit card transactions.


• Managing asset purchases, including IT equipment, ensuring accurate records and cost-effective procurement.


• Working with Xero and MRPeasy to maintain accurate financial information and support operational processes.


• Liaising with colleagues across the business to resolve queries and ensure effective financial administration.

As the role develops, responsibilities will expand to include:

• Preparing bank reconciliations and processing supplier payments.


• Assisting with year-end accounts preparation.


• Supporting R&D tax credit claims.


• Assisting with accounting activities relating to the company's US operations.


• Providing wider financial and administrative support as the business continues to scale

Candidate Profile

• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant or transactional finance role.


• An understanding of purchase ledger, sales ledger and credit control processes.


• Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial systems.


• Experience using Xero, MRPeasy or similar accounting software would be beneficial.


• Studying towards AAT, or an interest in pursuing a professional accounting qualification, would be welcomed but is not essential.


• Excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.


• A proactive, enthusiastic and adaptable approach, with a genuine desire to learn and develop.


• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where processes and responsibilities will continue to evolve.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in finance within a business experiencing significant growth and international expansion.