Accounts Assistant

Get-Recruited (UK) Ltd; Sandford Hill; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking professional services firm in Newcastle-Under-Lyne is seeking an Accounts Assistant to manage financial transactions accurately and compliantly. Candidates should be detail-oriented, organized, and proficient in Microsoft Office. The role offers a salary up to £26,000, excellent training, and numerous benefits including private healthcare and a collaborative work culture.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Volunteering days

Birthday gift vouchers

Life assurance

Retailer discounts

Share plan

Pension

Qualifications

• Experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar role.
• Strong attention to detail; accuracy is essential.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.

Responsibilities

• Processing a high volume of financial transactions.
• Posting payments, receipts, and transfers accurately.
• Ensuring compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Team player

Job description

Accounts Assistant

Newcastle-Under-Lyne

Up to £26,000 + Fantastic Benefits + Training + Progression

A forward-thinking, nationally recognised professional services firm is looking for an Accounts Assistant to join their growing finance team. You'll be part of a modern business that values collaboration, efficiency, and growth. The finance team plays a key role in managing client money accurately and in line with regulatory requirements, so attention to detail and a methodical mindset are essential.

The Role

• Processing a high volume of financial transactions across multiple client accounts.
• Posting payments, receipts, and transfers quickly and accurately.
• Setting up cheques, BACS, and TT payments.
• Allocating incoming funds and reconciling transactions.
• Using online banking platforms for electronic payments.
• Ensuring compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules.
• Liaising with fee earners to resolve queries promptly.

About You

• Experience in an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Accounts Administrator or Finance Administrator role, or exposure to Transactional Accounts.
• Confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills.
• Highly organised and able to manage a busy workload.
• Strong attention to detail; accuracy is essential.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word (pivot tables and lookups are a bonus).
• A team player who is proactive and eager to learn.
• Comfortable working to deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

What’s on Offer

• Salary up to £26,000 depending on experience.
• Excellent induction and training from a supportive on-site team.
• A collaborative, "one team" culture with real opportunities to progress.
• Modern offices and a strong focus on employee wellbeing.
• Benefits: private healthcare, volunteering days, birthday gift vouchers, life assurance, retailer discounts, share plan, pension, and more.

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