Accounts Assistant (some hybrid)

Confidential; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible office hours

25 days holiday + stats

Supportive working environment

Development opportunities

Stable and varied role

Job summary

Confidential is seeking a reliable Accounts Assistant to support the finance team with sales and purchase ledgers, plus bank reconciliations. Flexibility and strong organisation are essential to manage a varied workload within a busy environment.

The role focuses on accurate record-keeping, timely processing of invoices, and supporting month-end tasks. A collaborative team player with good communication will fit well here.

Qualifications

• Experience across sales ledger, purchase ledger and bank reconciliations is essential.
• Strong attention to detail with an organised approach.
• Confident using accounting software and Excel.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well within a team.
• Positive attitude and willingness to support wider finance tasks when needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage the sales ledger, including raising invoices, allocating payments, and resolving customer queries.
• Handle purchase ledger duties such as processing supplier invoices, matching to POs, coding, and preparing payment runs.
• Complete daily, weekly, and monthly bank reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies promptly.
• Maintain accurate financial records and support month-end processes.
• Assist with supplier statement reconciliations and aged debtor/creditor reviews.
• Provide general administrative and finance support as required.

Skills

Sales ledger

Purchase ledger

Bank reconciliations

Attention to detail

Excel

Accounting software

Teamwork

Communication skills

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Our client are seeking a reliable and detail-driven Accounts Assistant with strong all-round experience across sales ledger, purchase ledger, and bank reconciliations. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys variety and wants to play a key role in a busy finance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the sales ledger, including raising invoices, allocating payments, and resolving customer queries.
• Handle purchase ledger duties such as processing supplier invoices, matching to POs, coding, and preparing payment runs.
• Complete daily, weekly, and monthly bank reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies promptly.
• Maintain accurate financial records and support month-end processes.
• Assist with supplier statement reconciliations and aged debtor/creditor reviews.
• Provide general administrative and finance support as required.

About You

• Experience across sales ledger, purchase ledger, and bank reconciliations is essential.
• Strong attention to detail with a proactive, organised approach.
• Confident using accounting software and Excel.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well within a team.
• A positive attitude and willingness to support wider finance tasks when needed.

Benefits

• Flexible office hours (35 hour working week)
• 25 days holiday + stats
• Supportive working environment
• Opportunities for development
• Stable and varied role within a growing business