Purchase Ledger​/General Accounts Assistant

Position: Purchase Ledger / General Accounts Assistant
Location: Simonstone

The Role
5S Recruitment is supporting a well-established manufacturing business in the recruitment of a Purchase Ledger/General Accounts Assistant to join their finance team.
This is a hands-on role supporting the day-to-day running of the accounts function, with a particular focus on purchase ledger activity, reconciliations, and month-end support. The position would suit someone with existing accounts experience, or an individual looking to continue building a career in finance within a stable, well-run business.

Key Responsibilities
 
* Assist with month-end routines, including accruals and ad-hoc finance tasks
 
* Maintain accurate financial records and documentation
 
* Process purchase invoices accurately and efficiently
 
* Carry out matching and coding of invoices
 
* Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies
 
* Support sales ledger and bank reconciliations as required
 
* Liaise with suppliers and internal departments to resolve queries promptly
 
* Provide general accounts and administrative support to the finance team
Skills & Experience
 
* Previous experience in a general accounts or finance support role is desirable but not essential
 
* Competent user of Microsoft Excel
 
* Experience using accounting software (Sage 200 beneficial, but not essential)
 
* High level of accuracy and attention to detail
 
* Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines
 
* Confident communicator, both written and verbal
 
* Full UK driving licence required due to travel to the Altham site
Why Apply?
 
* Stable, long-term role within an established manufacturing business
 
* Supportive team environment with opportunity to develop finance skills
 
* Hands-on role offering genuine exposure to core accounts activity
 
* Recruitment managed by 5S Recruitment specialist, transparent, and relationship-led