Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant

Based: Preston - hybrid working 2-3 days office & 2pm Friday finish!

Salary - up to £30k + 27 days holiday + stats, study support (AAT then onto CIMA/ACCA), pension, private healthcare, opportunity to progress to Management Accountant in near future

We are exclusively working with a fantastic, rapidly expanding SME led by an entrepreneurial owner forecasting quadrupling revenues in the next 3 years. Working under a fantastic CFO we know very well, this is a great role offering wide-ranging exposure, study support & the opportunity to be Management Accountant in the next 2-3 years. Given they are an SME, you will be involved in everything from transactional finance up to month end and a number of projects to enhance your skills

Role:

• Accounts Payable and Receivable: Process invoices, reconcile accounts, manage payment schedules and credit control.
• Expense Management: Review and process employee expense claims, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Bank Reconciliation: Daily reconcile bank statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with Month-End Close: Prepare journal entries and support month-end processes.
• Support Audits: Collaborate with auditors during internal and external audits.
• Assist with monthly payroll and pensions
• Project work with the FD including implementation of new system, updating processes regularly
• General Administrative Tasks: Assist with filing, record-keeping, and other administrative duties as needed.

Qualifications

• AAT studying essential - Level 3-4 ideal with study support provided
• Experience in a growing SME desirable OR ability to work in a small team & changing environment
• Software Proficiency - good with systems, XERO experience beneficial not essential
• Attention to Detail: Accuracy in data entry and financial calculations.
• Communication Skills: Ability to work effectively within a team and communicate clearly.
• Adaptability: Willingness to learn and adapt to changing tasks and priorities.

Please send your CV for immediate consideration!