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Assistant Accountant

Posted: 16/02/26
Recruiter:Compass Point Recruitment
Reference:3071702821
Type:Permanent
Salary:£32,000 - £35,000 Annual
Location:Stowmarket, Suffolk
Description: Assistant Accountant
Stowmarket
Up to 35,000 per annum

I'm currently supporting a successful and growing business based in Stowmarket who are seeking an Assistant Accountant to join their finance team, with a particular focus on accounts payable. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong organisational skills and an eye for detail to develop their career within a friendly and supportive finance environment.

Purpose:
To support the Head of Finance and Management Accountant in the day-to-day operation of the finance function. The role is responsible for maintaining accurate sales and purchase ledgers, supporting payroll processes, and contributing to financial control, reporting, and analysis within a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:
Process supplier invoices, matching purchase orders and investigating and resolving discrepancies
Take ownership of the purchase ledger, including preparation and initiation of weekly payment runs in line with company procedures
Reconcile supplier statements and work proactively to resolve queries
Maintain the sales ledger, including raising sales invoices and allocating customer receipts
Support credit control activities, monitoring customer accounts and assisting with the management of outstanding balances
Set up and maintain new stock items within the ERP system, ensuring accuracy and integrity of master data
Support the company buyer with contract administration, reporting, and data analysis
Work closely with the Management Accountant to support month-end processes, reconciliations, and reporting as required
Produce ad hoc financial reports and analysis, supporting both the Head of Finance and Management Accountant
Assist with the weekly payroll process, including data preparation and validation
Maintain and reconcile petty cash

What's on Offer:
Salary up to 35,000 depending on experience
Friendly and supportive finance team environment
Opportunities to broaden your finance skills and take on further responsibilities
Free onsite parking and additional company benefits

If you're an organised Assistant Accountant with a solid background in accounts payable and are looking for a new challenge in Stowmarket, I'd be delighted to hear from you.

Please apply with your CV today or contact me directly for a confidential chat.

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