Accounts Assistant

Square Peg Associates; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is looking for an experienced Accounts Assistant in Rochdale. The successful candidate will maintain financial records, process invoices, and handle payroll responsibilities. Required skills include Sage Line 50 and Microsoft Excel proficiency. The role offers a salary between £27,000 and £29,000, along with benefits like a pension and on-site parking. Join a dynamic team and contribute to continuous growth!

Benefits

Company pension

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in an all-round accounts role.
• Hands-on experience using Sage 50.
• Payroll experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and process invoices and payments.
• Input and process sales and purchase ledger invoices.
• Process supplier payments via online banking.
• Perform bank and petty cash reconciliations.
• Create monthly management reports in Microsoft Excel.
• Run monthly payroll and pension details.

Skills

Sage Line 50

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Job description

Accounts Assistant – Rochdale

I’m working with a well-established, market-leading business based in Rochdale that’s currently looking to bring an experienced Accounts Assistant to join their team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with Sage Line 50 experience who’s looking for a varied and hands-on role in a supportive and fast-paced environment. It would be ideal if you have also performed some basic Payroll duties.

The Role

As the Accounts Assistant, you’ll be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and processing invoices and payments. Your duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Inputting and processing sales and purchase ledger invoices
• Processing supplier payments via online banking
• Bank and petty cash reconciliations
• Creating monthly management reports in Microsoft Excel
• Running monthly payroll and pension details
• Supporting with keeping control of costs including general office company vehicles and fuel, phones, utilities, and insurances.

What They’re Looking For

My client is looking for someone with at least 2 years’ experience in an all-round accounts role, with specific hands‑on experience using Sage 50. Payroll experience would be advantageous. Key skills and attributes include:

• Strong IT and Microsoft Office skills, including Sage & Excel
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A proactive, hands‑on attitude

The Offer

• Salary: £27,000 – £29,000 depending on experience
• Benefits: Company pension, free on‑site parking
• Working hours: Monday to Friday

Join this dynamic team and contribute to the continued growth!

If you’re an ambitious individual with a passion for your work, we’d love to hear from you.

About Square Peg Associates

At Square Peg Associates, we are a leading recruitment consultancy specialising in finance and commercial business professionals within the North West of England. Our approach is personal and tailored to each candidate. We not only consider the qualifications listed on their CVs but also take the time to understand them on a deeper level. Before representing any candidate to our esteemed client base, we build strong relationships with them.

If you’re interested in exploring our current vacancies, visit our website at Squarepegassociates.co.uk.