Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant

Manchester

28,300

About the Company A well-established UK financial services business operating an investment platform, with a large customer base and significant assets under administration.

The Role Reporting to the Finance Supervisor, you'll own the Accounts Payable function end-to-end, acting as the primary contact for supplier queries. You'll also support the wider Finance team with accounts receivable, month-end close, and general ledger maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

• Process purchase orders, invoices, and credit notes accurately and on time
• Manage company credit cards and ensure correct entry into the accounting system
• Complete supplier statement reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
• Raise sales invoices and maintain associated ledger records
• Process banking payments and provide treasury cover as needed
• Support month-end activities including bank recs, intercompany recs, and journals
• Handle ad-hoc queries from suppliers, auditors, and internal stakeholders

What We're Looking For

• Previous accounts payable experience, including supplier reconciliations
• Familiarity with accounting/GL systems and AP modules
• Good Excel and Outlook skills
• Strong attention to detail and awareness of controls and risk
• Good stakeholder management and communication skills

Benefits

• Company pension, life assurance & income protection
• Private medical insurance
• Staff investment product discounts
• Wellbeing fund & retail discounts
• Flexible voluntary benefits

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.