Accounts Assistant
?? Near Melton Mowbray (Office-based)
?? £30,000-£32,000

A growing, owner-managed business is looking for a hands-on Accounts Assistant to take ownership of its day-to-day finance function.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, autonomy, and being at the heart of a business where finance genuinely makes an impact.
The Role – Accounts Assistant As the Accounts Assistant, you’ll be responsible for managing the core finance processes across multiple entities, working closely with external accountants while taking ownership of the day-to-day accounting.

This is a broad role that will give you exposure across the full finance function, not just transactional work.

Key Responsibilities*Managing purchase and sales ledgers
*Performing bank reconciliations across multiple accounts
*Supporting month-end processes (journals, accruals, prepayments)
*Assisting with VAT and working alongside external accountants
*Managing accounts payable and receivable
*Processing payroll journals and payments
*Monitoring and managing cash flow
*Handling intercompany transactions
*Reconciling card payments
*Supporting budgeting and forecasting
*Identifying and improving processes, including cleaning up existing accounts
What We’re Looking For*AAT Level 3 or Level 4 qualified (or equivalent experience)
*Experience in a broad Accounts Assistant or Assistant Accountant role
*Confident working up to trial balance
*Strong experience with reconciliations, journals, and ledgers
*Comfortable working independently in a small team
*Someone proactive who enjoys improving processes
Why Apply?*Broad, all-round role with real ownership
*Opportunity to shape and improve finance processes
*Close-knit, supportive team environment
*Exposure to multiple entities and commercial decision-making
*Clear opportunity to develop your skills
Interested? If you’re an Accounts Assistant looking for a role where you can take ownership and make a real impact, I’d be keen to speak.

Apply now or get in touch to arrange a confidential conversation.