Accounts Assistant
- Permanent
Leeds, West Yorkshire
The details
Marks Sattin are delighted to be partnering with a successful and growing organisation to recruit an Accounts Assistant into their finance team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented finance professional to join a fast-paced and collaborative environment where accuracy, organisation and strong stakeholder management are highly valued. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day operation of the accounts function, ensuring financial transactions are processed accurately and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
- Processing a high volume of supplier invoices and payment requests
- Matching invoices against supporting documentation and resolving discrepancies
- Managing approval workflows and ensuring compliance with internal controls
- Reconciling supplier statements and investigating outstanding items
- Preparing payment runs and associated reconciliations
- Responding to supplier and internal stakeholder queries in a timely manner
- Maintaining accurate financial records and documentation
- Supporting month-end activities and reporting requirements
- Liaising with various departments across the business to resolve financial queries
- Assisting with process improvements and ad hoc finance projects as required
About You
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable role
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high levels of accuracy
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Confident communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships
- A proactive and solutions-focused approach
- Competency in Microsoft Excel and finance systems
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- A supportive and collaborative team environment
- Opportunities for professional development and progression
- Exposure to a broad finance function within a growing business
- Modern working environment and flexible working arrangements where applicable
If you are looking to join a business where your contribution will be valued and where there is genuine opportunity to develop your career, we would love to hear from you.
For immediate consideration, please apply today.
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