Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant - UK Head office SME - Corby - £30,000-£32,000

Reporting to the Finance leader, you'll take ownership of the day-to-day finance function while supporting month-end activities and helping drive continuous improvement across finance processes.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their accounting career within a collaborative, forward-thinking business that genuinely invests in its people.

Accounts Assistant: Key Responsibilities

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• Manage the sales and purchase ledgers, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and on time.
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• Process supplier invoices, expenses and payment runs.
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• Perform bank reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records.
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• Assist with month-end journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations.
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• Support VAT preparation and reporting.
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• Monitor finance trackers and produce accurate financial information.
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• Work closely with colleagues, customers, suppliers and external accountants.
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• Identify discrepancies and support improvements to financial controls and processes.
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• Provide wider finance and administrative support as required.
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About You

We're looking for someone who enjoys working in a hands-on finance role and takes pride in accuracy, organisation and continuous improvement. You'll ideally have:

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• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar finance role.
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• AAT qualification (or currently studying towards it).
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• Experience with Sage 50 or similar accounting software.
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• Strong Excel and analytical skills.
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• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
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• A proactive, positive attitude with the confidence to improve processes.
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• The ability to prioritise workload and work effectively within a small team.
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What's on Offer?

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• Competitive salary of £30,000–£32,000 DOE
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• Potential study support
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• Career development opportunities
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• A supportive, close-knit team environment
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• The chance to make a real impact within a growing, innovative business
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Apply

If you're looking for a role where you can take ownership, develop your career and make a real impact within a growing international business, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV in confidence to Emma Dawson at Abacus Consulting, retained recruitment partner to Harbury Consulting.