Accounts Assistant/Assistant Accountant

Sharp Consultancy; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established professional services firm in Leeds is seeking an Accounts Assistant/Assistant Accountant to join its finance team. This role involves assisting in account preparation, processing invoices, and performing bank reconciliations. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in finance or accounts, strong accounting skills, and a proactive approach. The position offers a competitive salary up to £30,000 and study support for professional qualifications after probation.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £30,000

Study support for professional qualifications

Central Leeds location with excellent transport links

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an accounts or finance assistant.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• Experience in processing invoices and maintaining financial records.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of accounts to trial balance.
• Process purchase and sales invoices accurately.
• Perform bank reconciliations and maintain records.
• Support month-end reporting.

Skills

Accounting principles understanding

Attention to detail

Proficiency in accounting software

Organisational skills

Proactive approach

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

A well-established professional services firm based in Leeds is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant/Assistant Accountant to join its finance team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional looking to develop their career in a supportive and structured environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of accounts to trial balance.
• Process purchase and sales invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Perform bank reconciliations and maintain financial records.
• Support month-end reporting and assist with general ledger maintenance.
• Liaise with internal departments to resolve queries and ensure financial accuracy.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an accounts or finance assistant role.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and processes.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• A proactive approach and willingness to learn.

Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £30,000, dependent on experience.
• Study support for professional qualifications (e.g. AAT, ACCA, CIMA) available after successful completion of probation.
• Opportunity to work within a reputable and growing firm.
• Central Leeds location with excellent transport links.

If you are looking to advance your career in finance within a professional and supportive environment, we encourage you to apply now. For further information please contact Liam O’Flaherty at Sharp Consultancy.

Sharp Consultancy is a finance and accountancy recruitment specialist assisting accounting and finance divisions of businesses in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. With over 30 years' experience we pride ourselves on sourcing excellent finance professionals across all divisions of an accounts function.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. To apply please send your CV to the e-mail address stated, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within seven days, please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.