Accounts Assistant

SG Partnership; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; Presencial; GBP 30.000 - 35.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

SG Partnership is recruiting an Accounts Assistant to join its expanding finance function in Solihull. This permanent role offers £30,000–£35,000 and sits in a rapidly growing technology and manufacturing business with international expansion plans.

You will manage core transactional finance activities and gain exposure to broader accounting responsibilities as the company scales, within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Formación

• Experience in accounts assistant or transactional finance role.
• Understanding of purchase ledger, sales ledger and credit control.
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with accounting software.
• Studying towards AAT or pursuing a professional qualification.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to prioritise.

Responsabilidades

• Managing purchase and sales ledgers accurately.
• Overseeing credit control and collections.
• Processing and reconciling expenses and company cards.
• Managing asset purchases and IT equipment records.
• Working with Xero and MRPeasy to maintain data.
• Liaising with teams to resolve queries.
• Preparing bank reconciliations and supplier payments.
• Assisting with year-end accounts and R&D tax credit claims.
• Supporting accounting activities for international operations.
• Providing wider financial and administrative support as the business scales.

Conocimientos

Strong Excel skills

Educación

Studying towards AAT or pursuing professional qualification

Herramientas

Xero

MRPeasy

Descripción del empleo

Accounts Assistant

Permanent, £30,000 - £35,000

Solihull

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.