Accounts Assistant (Hybrid)

Rg Consultancy; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

8 bank holidays

37.5-hour week

Flexible working options

Free parking on site

Company pension

Job summary

Rg Consultancy is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join the finance team in Normanton. The role reports to the Finance Manager and works with a small team to keep ledgers accurate and timely.

You will handle purchase and sales ledgers, reconciliations, and general accounting tasks. The ideal candidate has experience with common accounting software and is comfortable working in a small, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in accounts, including ledgers
• Experience with accounting software is advantageous
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a small team

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase ledger: invoices, PO matching and payments
• Manage sales ledger: invoices, payments monitoring and follow-ups
• Carry out bank reconciliations and month-end processes
• Assist with year-end; support ad-hoc accounting tasks and reporting
• Ensure records are accurate, up-to-date and compliant with procedures

Skills

Accounts experience

Independent worker

Team player

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

We are working on behalf of an excellent, medium-turnover company based in Normanton who are seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and professional environment, reporting directly to the Finance Manager and working alongside a small, friendly team of three.

The Role: The successful candidate will take responsibility for key accounts functions, including purchase and sales ledger management, reconciliations, and general accounting support, ensuring smooth and accurate financial operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage the purchase ledger, including processing supplier invoices, matching purchase orders, and preparing payments.

Manage the sales ledger, including raising invoices, monitoring payments, and following up on outstanding accounts.

Perform bank and account reconciliations.

Assist with month-end and year-end processes.

Support the finance team with ad-hoc accounting tasks and reporting.

Ensure all financial records are accurate, up-to-date, and compliant with company procedures.

Skills & Experience:

Previous experience in accounts, ideally with purchase and sales ledger duties

Experience with accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, Quick Books) is advantageous.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a small team.

Qualifications:

AAT qualified or part-qualified preferred, but not essential.

25 days holiday per year, plus 8 bank holidays

37.5-hour working week with flexible working options

Free parking on site

Company pension scheme

Supportive working environment and opportunities for development