Accounts Assistant

Heidi Wright Recruitment; Penrith; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a growing finance team as an Accounts Assistant with a leading company in Penrith, where you'll oversee critical accounting functions. Enjoy flexible and hybrid working options in a role that promises variety and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the team's success.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Hybrid working model (2 days in-office)

On-site parking

Pension plan

Supportive team culture

Great office location

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a finance role required.
• Confidence using accounting software is desirable.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the purchase ledger from start to finish.
• Process and reconcile invoices and expenses.
• Support month-end processes if desired.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Proactive attitude

Education

Experience in accounting or bookkeeping

Tools

Sage

Excel

Job description

Looking for a fresh opportunity with a growing company that offers flexible, hybrid, work-life balance?
Join a forward-thinking business where your skills will make a real difference - and where flexibility, support, and a friendly team culture come as standard.

We're excited to be recruiting for a newly created Accounts Assistant role - a key part of a growing finance team that's helping drive success for an interesting, "no 2 days the same" , fast-expanding employer based in the Penrith area.

What's the job?
You'll work closely with the Finance Manager to ensure smooth day-to-day operations across all core accounting functions. From managing the purchase ledger and reconciling bank statements, with the potential to support month-end processes if desired, your role will be both varied and rewarding.

Why this role?

• Flexible working options - Full-time or part-time (3-5 days per week considered)
• Hybrid working - Just 2 days a week in the office (once training is complete)
• Salary region £27,000 - £30,000 depending on experience
• On-site parking + pension + supportive team + great office location / setting
• A brilliant opportunity to help shape a newly created role in a friendly, ambitious business

What you'll be doing:

• Full ownership of the purchase ledger, start to finish!
• Processing and reconciling invoices, expenses, and credit card statements
• Month-end support if desired / time allowing
• Working closely with the Finance Manager on projects including implementing new initiative, processes and controls into the ever growing finance team
• Keeping financial data accurate, compliant, and up to date

What we're looking for:

• Previous experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or a similar finance role
• Confidence using accounting software - Sage and Excel experience desirable
• Sharp attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• Able to work independently and manage your own priorities
• A team player with a proactive, can-do attitude

Ready to join a business that values your contribution and supports your development?
Whether you're looking for part-time hours or a full-time role with room to grow, we'd love to hear from you.