Full job descriptionThe Company
An established and growing privately owned group is looking to strengthen its finance team with the addition of an Accounts Assistant This is a newly created role offering broad exposure across payroll, transactional finance, and general accounts within a fast-paced, project-driven environment. You’ll be joining a collaborative, hands-on team in a practical, office-based environment.

The Role
As the Accounts Assistant this role will adapt depending on your strengths and experience. You will play a key part in supporting both payroll and finance operations.

Key responsibilities include:*Supporting end-to-end payroll (weekly and monthly) across multiple entities
*Processing sales invoices and supporting applications for payment
*Managing purchase ledger, including supplier invoice processing
*Carrying out credit control activities and chasing outstanding payments
*Performing bank reconciliations and cash allocation
*Posting journals and providing general accounting support
*Assisting with payroll/HR administration (starters, leavers, documentation)

The Person
You will ideally have:*Experience in a broad transactional finance role (sales ledger, purchase ledger, reconciliations)
*Exposure to payroll processes (weekly or monthly)
*Experience working in a fast-paced SME or group environment
*A proactive, hands-on approach and willingness to support across the team
*Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines
*AAT qualification (or working towards) is beneficial but not essential

The Benefits
The company is a stable, growing business with strong retention and a supportive and team-focused culture with long-term career opportunities.
*25 days holiday + bank holidays
*Early finish on Fridays (3pm)
*Onsite parking
*Death in Service
*Office Based