Senior Accounts Assistant

Hays PLC; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Barnsley is seeking a Senior Accounts Assistant for a permanent role. You will manage the purchase ledger process, generate financial reports, and support month-end activities in a collaborative finance environment. This position offers a competitive salary starting at £30,000 with opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• Experienced finance professional with strong understanding of purchase ledger processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and proactive approach.
• Confident communicator and team player.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end purchase ledger process and supplier payments.
• Generate financial reports and support month-end close activities.
• Handle day-to-day sales ledger tasks and manage weekly sales data.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Senior Accounts Assistant | Barnsley | Permanent Role

Your new company

Our client in Barnsley are seeking a Senior Accounts Assistant to take ownership of the end-to-end purchase ledger process, ensuring accuracy and efficiency across all transactions. You'll also play a key role in generating financial reports, supporting month-end close activities, and contributing to the smooth running of the finance function.
Office-based role with flexible working options - permanent opportunity.

Your new role

• Uploading invoices through various platforms.
• Process financial transactions and generate reports.
• Supporting the finance team with productivity reporting and analysis.
• Taking ownership of the purchase ledger process from start to finish, including supplier payments
• Managing weekly sales data
• Handling day-to-day sales ledger tasks, including raising and sending invoices to a range of clients.
• Chasing and checking proof of delivery documents, and updating records where needed.
• Support with month-end and year-end processes

What you'll need to succeed

To succeed in this role, we're seeking an experienced and driven finance professional with a strong understanding of end-to-end purchase ledger processes. The ideal candidate will have solid all-round accounts knowledge, excellent attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. You'll be a confident communicator and a true team player, ready to contribute to a collaborative and fast-paced finance environment.

What you'll get in return

In return, you'll be joining a successful and growing company that truly values its people. This is a permanent, full-time role offering a competitive salary £30,000+ with plenty of scope for progression as the business continues to expand.

What you need to do now

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