Assistant Accountant: Fast-Paced Role with Growth Path

Sewell Wallis Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Pension scheme

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

Job summary

Sewell Wallis Ltd in Barnsley is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join their finance team. The role involves key responsibilities in reconciliations, purchase ledger, and payments, providing a hands-on experience in a fast-paced finance environment.

This fully office-based position offers genuine long-term development opportunities, making it ideal for individuals looking to enhance their accounting skills and advance beyond transactional finance.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within an Assistant Accountant or similar finance role.
• Strong Purchase Ledger and reconciliation experience.
• Confident with use of SUMIFS & XLOOKUP in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily bank reconciliations across GBP and USD accounts.
• Process supplier invoices and credit notes, ensuring accuracy.
• Assist in month‑end processes including accruals and balance sheet reconciliations.

Skills

Transactional finance experience

Strong attention to detail

Excellent Excel skills

Communication with suppliers

Experience with Sage

Education

AAT qualified or studying

Tools

Sage

Job description

Sewell Wallis Ltd in Barnsley is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join their finance team. The role involves key responsibilities in reconciliations, purchase ledger, and payments, providing a hands-on experience in a fast-paced finance environment.

This fully office-based position offers genuine long-term development opportunities, making it ideal for individuals looking to enhance their accounting skills and advance beyond transactional finance.