Accounts Assistant

Innova Search; Wales; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an Accounts Assistant for a full-time position in Holywell. The role involves responsibilities such as managing purchase and sales ledgers, reconciling bank accounts, supporting month-end tasks, and handling weekly payroll. Ideal candidates should have AAT Level 3 or 4, with knowledge of CIS and VAT being a plus. This is a great opportunity for someone looking for variety and stability in their finance career.

Qualifications

• AAT Level 3 or 4 ideally.
• AAT Level 2 will be considered if you bring something extra.
• Knowledge of CIS, reverse charge VAT or retentions is a big plus.
• Construction background is preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Handle purchase ledger and sales ledger.
• Perform bank and account reconciliations.
• Support with month-end tasks.
• Manage weekly payroll.
• Perform HR admin tasks.

Skills

Purchase ledger

Sales ledger

Bank and account reconciliations

Knowledge of CIS

Knowledge of reverse charge VAT

Knowledge of retentions

Interest in HR admin

Education

AAT Level 3 or 4

AAT Level 2

Tools

Sage Accounts

Sage Payroll

Eque2

Job description

Accounts Assistant

Holywell

£28,000 £35,000 (up to £40,000 for the right person)

Full-time, office-based

Looking for your next step in finance? We are looking for an Accounts Assistant to work closely with the Finance Manager. It s a hands‑on role with loads of variety and plenty of room to learn.

Hours:

• Mon – Thurs: 8.30am – 5pm
• Fri: 8.30am – 3pm

What you’ll be doing:

• Purchase ledger & sales ledger
• Bank and account reconciliations
• Supporting with month‑end tasks
• Weekly payroll
• Using Sage Accounts, Sage Payroll and Eque2
• A bit of HR admin thrown in (new starter forms, checks, etc.)

What they’re after:

• AAT Level 3 or 4 ideally
• AAT Level 2 will be considered if you bring something extra (construction experience or similar)
• Knowledge of CIS, reverse charge VAT or retentions is a big plus
• Construction background is preferred but not essential
• Someone happy working full‑time in the office

Team:

• You’ll be working in a small, friendly finance function

If you want variety, stability and the chance to grow, then this is a great opportunity.