Accounts Assistant

Connections The Recruitment Specialists Limited; Warrington; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established interior design business in Warrington is seeking a full-time Accounts Assistant. This role offers the opportunity to build a finance career and make an impact on the finance function. Responsibilities include processing invoices, maintaining financial records, supporting accounts payable/receivable, and preparing financial reports. Ideal candidates should have experience with accounting software, strong attention to detail, and effective communication skills. This position is suited for someone eager to learn in a creative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in finance or accounting roles is a plus.
• Good understanding of accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Processing and managing supplier and customer invoices accurately.
• Supporting accounts payable and receivable functions.
• Posting transactions to the correct nominal ledger codes.
• Maintaining accurate financial records.
• Assisting with VAT checks and compliance.
• Preparing basic financial reports.
• Supporting the Financial Controller with projects.
• Collaborating with departments and communicating effectively.

Skills

Experience using accounting software such as Sage

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Good organisational skills

Effective communication skills

Proactive and willing-to-learn attitude

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

Overview

Are you looking to build your finance career in a supportive and creative environment? Our client, a well-established interior design business, is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their growing team full-time. This is a new role offering the chance to make a real impact on the finance function.

Responsibilities

• Processing and managing supplier and customer invoices accurately, matching them to purchase orders and reconciling statements


• Supporting accounts payable and receivable functions, including supplier payments and debt chasing


• Posting transactions to the correct nominal ledger codes and assisting with balance sheet reconciliations


• Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring data integrity across accounting systems


• Assisting with VAT checks and other basic taxation compliance


• Preparing basic financial reports to support management decisions


• Supporting the Financial Controller with ad-hoc projects, budgeting, and month-end processes


• Collaborating with other departments and communicating effectively with suppliers and customers

Skills and experience

• Experience using accounting software such as Sage and spreadsheet tools like Excel or Google Sheets (including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis)


• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling financial data


• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines


• Effective communication skills with colleagues, clients, and suppliers


• A proactive and willing-to-learn attitude, especially in a growing team

Location

Birchwood Park

Additional notes

This role is ideal for someone looking to develop practical finance skills in a creative and dynamic business. If you’re keen to grow your career as an Accounts Assistant, we’d love to hear from you.