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Posted 22 July, 2026

Accounts Assistant

MET Recruitment UK Ltd
Kingswinford, ENG, GB Full Time

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Job Description

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Location: KingswinfordSalary: £28,000–£32,000Job Type: Permanent, Full TimeWorking Arrangement: On-site

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We are recruiting an experienced Accounts Assistant to join the busy finance team of a successful, high-volume retail business based in Kingswinford.

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This varied role covers both sales and purchase ledger responsibilities and would suit someone confident working with large volumes of financial data in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities\n
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  • Processing purchase invoices, credit notes and employee expenses
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  • Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies
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  • Responding to supplier queries and managing the accounts inbox
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  • Processing credit card claims and petty cash reconciliations
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  • Monitoring aged creditors and outstanding balances
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  • Completing daily banking procedures
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  • Posting, allocating and reconciling store takings
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  • Investigating sales ledger discrepancies and liaising with stores
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  • Reviewing aged debtor reports and resolving outstanding items
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  • Supporting turnover reporting and other ad-hoc finance duties
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Skills and Experience\n
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  • Previous sales and purchase ledger experience is essential
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  • Strong Excel skills and confidence working with large volumes of data
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  • AAT qualified or currently studying towards an AAT qualification
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  • Excellent accuracy and attention to detail
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  • Strong organisational and communication skills
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  • Ability to work independently and use initiative
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  • Experience supporting management accounts would be advantageous
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This is an excellent opportunity to join an established business offering a busy, varied role within a supportive finance team.

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Apply today for further information and immediate consideration.

This listing expired on 23 Jul. Applications are no longer accepted.

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