Full job descriptionAccounts Assistant (Permanent)

£25,000–£30,000 | Full-Time | Hybrid Available After Probation | LeicesterAre you an experienced Accounts Assistant looking for a long-term opportunity within a growing and professional organisation?
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented finance professional to join a supportive finance team in Leicester. Originally created to support maternity cover requirements, this role has now become a permanent opportunity due to continued business growth and increasing demands within the finance function.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, wants exposure across multiple areas of finance, and is looking to build a long-term career within a collaborative and people-focused environment.

What You’ll Get*Salary: £25,000 – £30,000 depending on experience
*Full-time permanent position
*Monday to Thursday 9:00am–5:00pm, Friday 8:30am–4:30pm
*Hybrid working available after successful completion of probation (2 days from home)
*24 days holiday plus bank holidays and 2 discretionary days
*4x salary life assurance
*Pension scheme with salary sacrifice option available
*Health Cash Plan Scheme
*Discretionary bonuses
*Free parking
*Hands-on exposure to broad finance functions
*Professional development opportunities within a supportive environment


The RoleThis varied Accounts Assistant position offers broad exposure across transactional finance, payroll, reconciliations, reporting support, and finance administration.
You’ll work closely with the Finance Director and wider finance team while gaining valuable experience across multiple areas of the finance function.
Responsibilities Include:Transaction Processing*Processing sales and purchase invoices in Sage
*Managing supplier payments and fee collections
*Posting daily client account transactions
*Performing bank, sales ledger and purchase ledger reconciliations
*Handling petty cash and banking cheques
*Maintaining accurate records within Sage and Excel
*Supporting client money movements in line with compliance requirements
Payroll & Finance Support*Assisting with pension and partner payrolls
*Processing PAYE activities
*Supporting payroll year-end procedures
*Preparing accruals, prepayments and journal postings
*Reconciling commission statements and fixed assets
*Completing intercompany reconciliations
*Supporting audits and finance-related projects


What We’re Looking ForEssential:*Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar finance role
*AAT Level 3 qualification (or equivalent)
*Strong attention to detail and accuracy
*Excellent organisational and time management skills
*Strong communication and interpersonal skills
*Ability to meet deadlines and work collaboratively within a team
Desirable:*Degree in Accounting or related subject
*More than 5 years’ experience in a similar role


Why This Role Stands Out*Join a collaborative and supportive finance team
*Gain exposure across multiple areas of finance
*Strong culture focused on trust, development and empowerment
*Excellent long-term career opportunity within a growing organisation
*Opportunity to develop professionally in a varied and hands-on role
*High staff retention and positive working environment


If you’re ready for a new challenge and want to gain hands-on experience across the full finance function, we’d love to hear from you.


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