At a Glance
- Tasks: Support finance processes, manage invoices, and assist with month-end tasks.
- Company: Join a well-established UK haulage business with a hands-on finance role.
- Benefits: Competitive salary and opportunities for career development.
- Other info: Ideal for those looking to grow in the logistics and transport sector.
- Why this job: Gain valuable experience in finance while working in a dynamic industry.
- Qualifications: Previous accounts experience and knowledge of Sage 50 or similar software.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
Location: Appleton, Warrington
Salary: £25,000.00 - £30,000.00
Summary:
This is an excellent opportunity to join an established UK haulage business in a varied, hands-on finance role. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will support accurate ledgers, cash control and month-end processes, with a clear scope to develop your career further.
Key Responsibilities:
- Process high volumes of supplier invoices in Sage 50, match purchase orders and resolve discrepancies.
- Maintain supplier accounts, complete reconciliations and prepare BACS payment runs.
- Raise customer invoices, allocate receipts and support credit control and statement preparation.
- Complete bank reconciliations and post cash receipts and payments accurately.
- Support month-end journals, accruals, prepayments, VAT returns and intercompany reconciliations.
- Assist with expenses, payroll administration, audit queries and finance process improvements.
Experience:
- Previous Accounts Assistant experience across purchase ledger, sales ledger and bank reconciliation required.
- Have working knowledge of Sage 50 or similar software, plus confident Excel skills.
- Be accurate, organised and able to manage deadlines and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
- An AAT qualification would be advantageous.
- Experience in haulage, logistics or transport preferred.
All applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK as our client will not support visa sponsorship for this role.
Accounts Assistant in Warrington employer: Bis Henderson Careers
As a private equity-backed logistics and business operations group, we offer an exciting opportunity for the Group Head of Finance to play a pivotal role in our ambitious growth journey. Our dynamic work culture fosters innovation and collaboration, providing you with the chance to build a high-performing finance team while directly influencing our transformation and M&A strategies. With competitive salary packages and a management incentive scheme, we are committed to supporting your professional development in a thriving sector.
