Accounts Assistant

Warrington (hybrid)

Up to £29,000

We are looking for an organised and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join a busy finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with Accounts Payable and finance experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is looking to develop their career within finance.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the business, ensuring transactions are processed accurately and efficiently while maintaining excellent service to both internal teams and external suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and ensure they are accurately recorded within the finance system.

• Prepare and process payment requests in line with company procedures.

• Assist with scheduled payment runs, including bank payments and maintaining accurate payment records.

• Reconcile supplier statements and investigate any invoice or payment discrepancies.

• Manage contractor and supplier invoices, resolving queries and following up on outstanding documentation where required.

• Support the administration of direct debit accounts and allocate payments accurately.

• Set up new supplier accounts and maintain supplier records within the finance system.

• Monitor shared finance inboxes and respond to payment and invoice queries in a professional and timely manner.

• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.

• Assist with month-end finance tasks and provide administrative support to the wider finance team as required.

• Handle ad hoc finance administration and support continuous improvements to finance processes.

What were looking for

• Previous experience in an administrative or finance support role.

• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.

• Good organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise workload.

• Confident user of Microsoft Excel, including data entry, sorting, filtering and basic formulas.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build positive working relationships.

• A proactive and team-focused approach to work.

Desirable

• AAT Level 2 or Level 3 qualification, or currently studying towards one.

• Previous experience using accounting or finance software.

• Understanding of invoice processing and purchase ledger activities.

• Experience working within a fast-paced commercial environment.

• Knowledge of contractor payments or CIS would be advantageous.

What's on offer

• Hybrid working

• 25 days holiday

• Opportunities for training and career development.

• Supportive and collaborative working environment.

• Varied role with opportunities to broaden your finance experience.

• Free parking

If you are an organised individual with a passion for finance and enjoy working in a busy environment, we'd love to hear from you.