Accounts Assistant

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

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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