Accounts Assistant

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant to support the Management Accountants in the day-to-day functions of a busy accounts department. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the accurate completion of month-end processes in line with company deadlines while meeting both internal and external requirements.

Experience Required

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar accounts role.

Key Skills & Attributes

• Confident user of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word (intermediate level desirable).
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong team player with the ability to build effective internal and external relationships.
• Motor trade experience would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with competing demands.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and use initiative.

Key Responsibilities

• Sales ledger maintenance, processing, and cash collection.
• Purchase ledger processing, maintenance, and statement reconciliations.
• Daily cash reconciliations, banking, and transaction processing.
• Bank reconciliations.
• Assisting in the preparation of monthly accounts analysis.
• Processing and reconciliation of intercompany transactions.
• Fixed asset setup, depreciation, and reconciliations.
• Reviewing, coding, and recharging lease invoices.
• Reviewing, coding, and processing vehicle bonuses.
• Initiating bank payments.
• Supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc duties as required.

Salary & Benefits

• £30,000 per annum
• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 28 days after three years' service.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Company pension scheme.
• Employee discounts.
• Health & wellbeing programme.
• Free onsite parking.

Working Hours

• 37.5 hours per week
• Monday to Friday
• 08:30am to 5:00pm

Location

• Peterborough area
• Office-based role

Interested? Apply today to join a supportive and growing finance team where your contribution will make a real impact.