Accounts Assistant

Job Title: Accounts Assistant (Temp to perm)

Location: Warrington, Office based 5 days per week until settled in, then Hybrid

Working pattern: Mon to Thur 8.15am-5pm, 1.30pm finish on a Friday

Rate: £14ph to £16ph

Start: Immediate start

Accounts Assistant required to join a growing SME finance team in Warrington. This is a broad, hands-on role supporting day-to-day finance operations, reporting directly to the Finance Director.

Key remit of this role is supporting weekly Payroll, so experience of this is essential.

Key Responsibilities of the Accounts Assistant
• Maintain ledgers and reconcile accounts
• Process daily transactions, invoices, and payments
• Manage accounts payable and receivable, including credit control
• Complete bank reconciliations and monthly accruals
• Support preparation of management accounts and financial reports
• Assist with weekly and monthly payroll
• Complete credit card reconciliations and support cash flow tracking
• Provide financial analysis to support business decisions
• Maintain accurate records and support audit and compliance processes

What we re looking for
• Previous experience in a finance or accounts role, ideally within an SME
• AAT part qualified or studying towards further qualifications
• Strong Excel skills, including pivot tables and basic formulas
• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• Confident working with financial data and meeting deadlines
• Able to work independently and as part of a team

What s on offer
• Broad role with exposure across all areas of finance
• Direct support from an experienced Finance Director
• Stable and growing business environment

To be considered for this fantastic opportunity, you must APPLY NOW, making sure to attach your up-to-date CV.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an initial telephone interview. If selected from the shortlist, a formal interview process will then begin.