Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant - UK Head office SME - Corby - £30,000-£32,000

Reporting to the Finance leader, you'll take ownership of the day-to-day finance function while supporting month-end activities and helping drive continuous improvement across finance processes.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their accounting career within a collaborative, forward-thinking business that genuinely invests in its people.

Accounts Assistant: Key Responsibilities

• Manage the sales and purchase ledgers, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and on time.

• Process supplier invoices, expenses and payment runs.

• Perform bank reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records.

• Assist with month-end journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations.

• Support VAT preparation and reporting.

• Monitor finance trackers and produce accurate financial information.

• Work closely with colleagues, customers, suppliers and external accountants.

• Identify discrepancies and support improvements to financial controls and processes.

• Provide wider finance and administrative support as required.

About You

We're looking for someone who enjoys working in a hands-on finance role and takes pride in accuracy, organisation and continuous improvement. You'll ideally have:

• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar finance role.

• AAT qualification (or currently studying towards it).

• Experience with Sage 50 or similar accounting software.

• Strong Excel and analytical skills.

• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.

• A proactive, positive attitude with the confidence to improve processes.

• The ability to prioritise workload and work effectively within a small team.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary of £30,000 £32,000 DOE

• Potential study support

• Career development opportunities

• A supportive, close-knit team environment

• The chance to make a real impact within a growing, innovative business Apply

If you're looking for a role where you can take ownership, develop your career and make a real impact within a growing international business, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV in confidence to Emma Dawson at Abacus Consulting , retained recruitment partner to Harbury Consulting.