Accounts Assistant - Payroll & Reconciliations (12m FTC)

Forrest Recruitment; Warrington; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Forrest Recruitment Ltd in Birchwood, Warrington, is recruiting an Accounts Assistant to support the day-to-day accounting for a well-established distribution company. You will assist with payroll, reconciliations and reporting, ensuring accuracy across the finance function.

The role is a 12-month FTC with standard hours: Mon-Thu 8:30am-5pm and Fri 8:30am-2:30pm. The ideal candidate will be detail‑oriented and capable of working independently within a supportive finance team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an accounts or finance role.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to identify and investigate discrepancies.
• Ability to work independently while supporting and collaborating with the wider finance team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the day-to-day accounting and finance functions, ensuring records are accurate and up to date.
• Assist with weekly payroll, ensuring payroll information is accurate and submitted on time.
• Prepare and maintain intercompany reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies where required.
• Assist with the preparation of weekly and monthly financial reports, providing accurate and timely information to management.
• Assist with tax reconciliations, including reviewing balances and investigating any discrepancies.
• Support the wider finance team with month-end and year-end accounting processes.

Job description

Forrest Recruitment Ltd in Birchwood, Warrington, is recruiting an Accounts Assistant to support the day-to-day accounting for a well-established distribution company. You will assist with payroll, reconciliations and reporting, ensuring accuracy across the finance function.

The role is a 12-month FTC with standard hours: Mon-Thu 8:30am-5pm and Fri 8:30am-2:30pm. The ideal candidate will be detail‑oriented and capable of working independently within a supportive finance team.