Accounts Assistant

Get Recruited; Wigston; Hybrid; USD 33,593 - 47,030; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

AAT study support

Hybrid working

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Finance Assistant to join a supportive finance team in Leicester. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for career growth with hybrid working and AAT study support. As a Finance Assistant, you will ensure smooth processing of financial transactions, maintain ledgers, and support month-end activities. If you are detail-oriented and looking to build your finance career in a collaborative environment, this position is perfect for you. Join a respected organization where your contributions will be valued and your professional development supported.

Qualifications

• Experience in Accounts Assistant or similar roles is essential.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel is required.

Responsibilities

• Processing daily financial transactions and supporting finance operations.
• Reconciling bank accounts and managing Direct Debit schemes.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Communication Skills

Education

AAT (or planning to commence)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Business Central

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MD & Director of Finance Recruitment @ Get Recruited | Finance Recruitment Specialist

FINANCE ASSISTANT / ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT

THORPE ASTLEY, LEICESTER (HYBRID AVAILABLE)

THE COMPANY:

We're working exclusively with a well-established and respected organisation in the Leicester area, currently seeking a proactive and detail-focused Finance Assistant to join their supportive finance team. With hybrid working, AAT study support, and a collaborative environment, this is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to grow their finance career.

As Finance Assistant / Accounts Assistant, you'll play a key role in the finance Support team, ensuring smooth processing of daily financial transactions and supporting wider finance operations.

THE FINANCE ASSISTANT / ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT ROLE:

• Reporting to the Finance Manager, you'll be joining the team as a Finance Assistant / Accounts Assistant.
• Posting daily cash receipts to ledgers from BACS reports
• Maintaining the admin purchase ledger and processing supplier invoices
• Reconciling bank accounts daily and investigating discrepancies
• Managing the Direct Debit scheme including the rules and the processing
• Preparing and submitting BACS payment files to the bank
• Processing credit card expenses and compiling monthly cash expenses for payroll
• Producing monthly and quarterly figures
• Supporting month-end activity including basic journals and spreadsheet updates
• Providing holiday cover within the finance team

ABOUT YOU:

• Ideally currently studying AAT or planning to commence (study support is available)
• Must have experience in an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Finance Administrator, Accounts Administrator position or similar.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Experience using Business Central is an advantage
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management and the ability to meet deadlines
• A confident communicator with a team-player mindset

TO APPLY:

If you're looking for a role that will support your career growth and provide hands-on experience in a varied finance role, apply today with your CV via the advert for immediate consideration.

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Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing, Administrative, and Finance

Industries

• Administrative and Support Services and Facilities Services