Assistant Accountant

Jhe Partners; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

JHE & Partners in Harrogate are seeking an experienced Assistant Accountant to cover a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will support the finance team with purchase and sales ledgers, bank reconciliations and management accounts in a busy private company.

The role requires accuracy, strong organisational skills and the ability to work both in a team and independently. The salary is £35,000 per year, with an opportunity to develop accounting skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in purchase ledger, sales ledger and bank reconciliations.
• Proficient in accounting software and MS Office.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work well in a team and independently.

Responsibilities

• Processing purchase ledger transactions efficiently and accurately
• Managing sales ledger functions, including invoicing and collections
• Reconciliation of bank statements to ensure data accuracy
• Assisting with the preparation of management accounts and financial reporting
• Supporting the finance team in day-to-day accounting duties
• Providing administrative assistance related to accounts and finance processes
• Collaborating with other departments to ensure seamless financial operations

Skills

Purchase ledger

Sales ledger

Bank reconciliations

Management accounts support

Accounting software

MS Office

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independent work

Job description

JHE & Partners are excited to be working with a brilliant company in Harrogate as they look to recruit an experienced Assistant Accountant to cover a 12 month fixed term contract. Join a dynamic and growing private company based in Harrogate, North Yorkshire. This reputable organisation, with a strong team, is seeking a skilled Assistant Accountant to support their finance department. If you have experience in purchase ledger, sales ledger, bank reconciliations and assisting with management accounts, this is your chance to contribute to a busy and professional finance team on a 12-month contract basis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Processing purchase ledger transactions efficiently and accurately
• Managing sales ledger functions, including invoicing and collections
• Reconciling bank statements to ensure accuracy of financial data
• Assisting with the preparation of management accounts and financial reporting
• Supporting the finance team in day-to-day accounting duties
• Providing administrative assistance related to accounts and finance processes
• Collaborating with other departments to ensure seamless financial operations

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Previous experience as an Accounts Assistant/Assistant Accountant or in a similar finance role
• Strong understanding of purchase ledger, sales ledger, and bank reconciliations
• Proficient in using accounting software and MS Office applications
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Ability to work effectively within a team and independently

This 12-month contract offers a competitive salary of £35,000 and provides an excellent opportunity to develop your accounting skills within a supportive environment.