At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage purchase ledger and support month-end activities in a dynamic finance team.
- Company: Growing manufacturing business in Pontefract with a supportive finance culture.
- Benefits: Long-term development opportunities and a chance to kickstart your accounting career.
- Other info: Ideal for self-starters looking to grow in a collaborative environment.
- Why this job: Join a motivated team and gain hands-on experience in finance.
- Qualifications: Strong academic background and previous purchase ledger experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
Working as part of a small finance team in a manufacturing business based in the Pontefract area you will form a key part of the finance function reporting directly into he Finance Manager allowing for long term development and growth opportunities over the long term.
The Accounts Assistant will take full ownership of the purchase ledger function and provide support with purchase ledger related month end activities.
This role is ideal for a motivated individual with a strong academic background who is looking to develop their accounting career within a growing finance function.
Key Responsibilities – Purchase Ledger
- Full ownership of the end-to-end purchase ledger process
- Processing supplier invoices accurately and efficiently
- Matching invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes
- Managing supplier queries
- Supplier statement reconciliation
- Maintaining supplier master data
- Preparing and processing supplier payment runs
- Maintaining strong financial controls
Key Responsibilities – Month End Support
- Supporting purchase ledger month-end close activities
- Accruing for goods received not invoiced (GRNI)
- Reviewing aged creditor balances
- Supporting control account reconciliations
The ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience
- Strong academic background
- Previous experience in a purchase ledger role
- Self-starter with the confidence to communicate with the wider business
- AAT qualification or studying towards
- High attention to detail
- Confident Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivots, etc.) and MS Office user
- Good Sage user knowledge
- Comfortable working fully office based
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Accounts Assistant / Assistant Accountant in Pontefract employer: Sharp Consultancy
Join a well-established business in the service sector that offers a supportive culture and excellent staff retention, making it an ideal employer for those starting their career in finance. With hands-on experience, ongoing training, and AAT study support available, you'll thrive in a friendly finance team that genuinely encourages your professional growth and development. This role is perfect for motivated individuals eager to learn and build a long-term career in accounting.
