Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant | Aerospace & Engineering Sector | £25,000–£28,000 | Bedford

Are you an ambitious finance professional at the start of your accounting journey? Do you want to join a forward-thinking business operating at the cutting edge of aerospace and defence innovation? We have a fantastic opportunity for a Accounts Assistant to join a highly respected and dynamic engineering organisation in Bedfordshire.

This business is a leading engineering business, working in conjunction with major global businesses. With internal progression at the heart of their culture, this role has become available due to a well-earned promotion within the finance team.

The Role:
As an Accounts Assistant, you'll be supporting a broad range of financial and administrative tasks in a busy finance department. Responsibilities include:

• Processing accounts payable transactions, including invoices and payment runs
• Supplier statement reconciliations using SAP
• Managing company Barclaycard expense processes
• Assisting with prepayments, accruals, revaluations and other month-end activities
• Supporting bank transaction processing
• Collaborating with procurement and commercial teams on aged creditors and debtors
• Assisting with audit preparation and wider finance tasks as needed

About You:

• Actively studying AAT (study support available)
• Strong organisational skills and a hands-on approach
• Confident working both independently and as part of a team
• Motivated, eager to learn, and able to manage a varied workload
• Basic Excel knowledge — training will be provided

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary of £25,000–£28,000 (depending on experience)
• 26 days’ annual leave + Bank Holidays (with increases after 5 years)
• Generous pension scheme
• Private healthcare
• Free onsite parking
• Employee share incentive plan
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Full-time office based role

Security Notice: Due to the nature of the work, all candidates must meet UK security clearance criteria, including five years of continuous UK residency.

Interested in starting your finance career with a business that's helping shape the future of aerospace? Apply today or get in touch to learn more!