Accounts Assistant

STR Group Limited; Rugeley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an enthusiastic Accounts Assistant to join their Finance team in Rugeley. This full-time role offers the opportunity to develop your finance career with mentorship, study support, and genuine progression within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Study Support Offered

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a finance/ledger-based role required.
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy needed.
• Ability to work to strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the Purchase Ledger and cover for the Finance Assistant as needed.
• Assist in payment forecasting and payment runs.
• Reconcile supplier statements and ensure accuracy of records.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical accuracy

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team player

Initiative

Education

AAT qualified

Tools

Concur

ERP systems

Job description

Accounts Assistant

Rugeley, Staffordshire

Full-Time

Finance Department

Salary: Competitive | Study Support Offered

We're seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our established Finance team in Rugeley.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to develop their finance career within a supportive and dynamic environment.

Reporting to the Financial Accountant, you'll assist in day-to-day finance operations including supplier reconciliations, purchase ledger support, and month-end duties.This role offers genuine progression, with mentorship from experienced professionals and the potential for study support following a successful probation period.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Purchase Ledger and cover for the Finance Assistant as needed

• Assist in payment forecasting and payment runs

• Manage credit card and cash expenses via Concur, offering internal support and training

• Reconcile supplier statements and ensure accuracy of records

• Support month-end processes, including accruals, prepayments, and variance analysis

• Assist in the preparation for annual audits

• Contribute to ad hoc duties and provide cover across the department

What We're Looking For

Required:

• Previous experience in a finance/ledger-based role

• Fully AAT qualified (or equivalent)

• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy

• Ability to work to strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Proactive team player with the initiative to work independently

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Preferred:

• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., IFS)

• Experience using Concur expense management