At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our finance team to manage accounts payable and support financial operations.
- Company: Dynamic company in Manchester with a focus on growth and teamwork.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for career development.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with a supportive team culture.
- Why this job: Perfect for detail-oriented individuals looking to kickstart their finance career.
- Qualifications: Experience in finance roles and strong Excel skills required.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Accounts Assistant
Location
Manchester
Type
Permanent
Salary
Competitive + Benefits
The Opportunity
We are looking for an Accounts Assistant to join a busy Finance team, supporting the efficient running of the Accounts Payable function and wider finance operations.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous finance or purchase ledger experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering accurate, high-quality work.
Key Responsibilities
- Processing supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
- Matching invoices against purchase orders and supporting documentation.
- Preparing and processing supplier payment runs.
- Reconciling supplier statements and resolving any discrepancies.
- Managing employee expense claims and company credit card reconciliations.
- Maintaining supplier records within the finance system.
- Supporting petty cash administration and reconciliations.
- Assisting with CIS returns, VAT compliance and financial controls.
- Supporting month-end processes, reconciliations and management reporting.
- Assisting with audit preparation and providing supporting documentation.
- Responding to supplier and stakeholder queries professionally and efficiently.
Skills & Experience Required
- Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant or Purchase Ledger role.
- Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and supplier reconciliations.
- Experience processing invoices, expenses and payment runs.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP and formulas.
- Experience using accounting or ERP systems.
- Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Desirable Experience
- CIS return preparation.
- VAT compliance knowledge.
- Month-end and management accounts support.
- Audit support experience.
- Experience working within a regulated or construction-related environment.
- AAT Level 4 qualification or equivalent.
What We're Looking For
- Someone who takes ownership of their work and maintains high levels of accuracy.
- A proactive team player who can build strong working relationships across the business.
- An organised and methodical individual with excellent problem-solving skills.
- A professional approach with strong integrity and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Interested?
We'd love to hear from finance professionals who are looking to develop their career within a supportive and growing organisation.
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Accounts Assistant in Manchester employer: Harvey Nash Group
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