Accounts Assistant

RG Consultancy; Middleton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable consultancy firm in the United Kingdom is looking for an Accounts Assistant to join a dynamic finance team in Middleton. This role offers exciting growth opportunities for experienced candidates who will manage sales and purchase ledgers, process invoices, and support month-end tasks. Applicants should have relevant finance experience, be comfortable with accounting software, and ideally have a solid knowledge of Microsoft Excel. The company provides a supportive environment and various employee benefits.

Benefits

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Free onsite parking

Pension

Electric car scheme

Medical cover

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an accounts or finance support role is essential.
• Experience in the construction industry is beneficial but not mandatory.
• Studying towards AAT is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage the sales and purchase ledgers.
• Process invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Support month-end tasks, including reconciliations and reporting.
• Liaise with project and commercial teams to ensure accurate financial tracking.
• Maintain organised financial records and documentation.
• Help monitor costs and highlight discrepancies where necessary.
• Provide general support to the Finance Department as required.

Skills

Experience in accounts or finance support

Confident using accounting software

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Job description

RG Consultancy are working with a fantastic well established construction company in Middleton who are recruiting an Accounts Assistant to join their medium sized finance team. This is a very exciting opportunity for an experienced accounts assistant who is looking to grow and develop within a supportive growing environment.

• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Free onsite parking
• Pension
• Electric car scheme
• Medical cover
• Life assurance

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage the sales and purchase ledgers
• Process invoices accurately and in a timely manner
• Support month-end tasks, including reconciliations and reporting
• Liaise with project and commercial teams to ensure accurate financial tracking
• Maintain organised financial records and documentation
• Help monitor costs and highlight discrepancies where necessary
• Provide general support to the Finance Department as required

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in an accounts or finance support role
• Experience within the construction industry would be an advantage but not essential
• Studying towards AAT would be an advantage but not essential
• Confident using accounting software and Microsoft Excel