Accounts Assistant
- Lancaster
- £28,000-30,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary:£28-30kAre you a detail-oriented individual with a passion for numbers and a desire to grow your career in finance? My client is looking for an Accounts Assistant to join their friendly and supportive finance team at a well-established company based in the heart of Lancaster.About UsWith decades of success behind them, they are proud to be a trusted name in their industry. Their commitment to excellence, innovation, and teamwork has helped them build a strong reputation-not only with their customers, but with their employees too. As we continue to grow, they are excited to welcome a new member to their accounts team.Your RoleAs the new Accounts Assistant, you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth and accurate running of the day-to-day financial operations. You'll be working closely with a well established Finance Manager and wider team, supporting both routine and ad hoc tasks.Your responsibilities will include:
- Processing purchase invoices and reconciling supplier statements
- Managing sales invoicing and credit control
- Assisting with bank reconciliations and petty cash management
- Supporting month-end procedures
- Maintaining accurate financial records
- Liaising with internal departments and external suppliers
- Previous experience in a similar accounts or finance role
- A good working knowledge of accounting software (e.g. Sage, Xero, QuickBooks)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general IT systems
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent communication and time management skills
- A positive attitude and a team-oriented approach
- Salary up to £30k
- A supportive and collaborative work environment
- Opportunities for professional development and training
- Free on-site parking
- A chance to be part of a company with a strong local presence and national reach