Accounts/ Finance Assistant

Hewett Recruitment; Ledbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking business as an Accounts Assistant, where your proactive approach and attention to detail will help drive financial accuracy and support decision-making across the organization. In this dynamic role, you'll collaborate closely with finance and payroll teams, ensuring smooth operations and contributing to impactful projects. With opportunities for professional growth and a supportive environment, this position offers the chance to make a meaningful difference while developing your finance career. If you're ready to take on responsibility and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar role.
• AAT qualified or studying towards AAT/ACCA/ACA/CIMA (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts.
• Process weekly sales invoicing and reconciliation.
• Support the annual budget and monthly forecasting processes.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organisational Skills

Communication

Team Collaboration

Time Management

Education

AAT qualified or studying towards AAT/ACCA/ACA/CIMA

Job description

Accounts Assistant
Are you a proactive and detail-driven individual looking to build your finance career in a dynamic environment? We are seeking an Accounts Assistant to support the Finance Business Partner in delivering accurate and timely financial reporting across a busy and fast-paced division.

This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with finance, payroll, commercial teams, and managers to ensure smooth financial operations and informed decision-making at all levels of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts.

• Process weekly sales invoicing and reconciliation (UK and imported).

• Calculate packing recharges and manage accruals/prepayments.

• Process utility invoices and ensure accurate reporting.

• Support the annual budget and monthly forecasting processes.

• Capture and report carbon emissions data from internal systems.

• Provide administrative support to enterprise projects as needed.

• Help managers interpret monthly financial reports.

• Recommend and implement process improvements.

• Handle ad hoc reporting and finance tasks as required.

About You

• 1+ years of experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar role.

• AAT qualified or studying towards AAT/ACCA/ACA/CIMA (preferred).

• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.

• Strong communication and a collaborative, team-focused attitude.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure and to deadlines.

• Practical intelligence and a flexible approach.

What's in it for you?

You'll be joining a forward-thinking business where your contributions are valued, and your development is supported. This role offers variety, responsibility, and the chance to play a meaningful part in sustainable, impactful work.

Office based Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm (some flexibility may be considered)