Accounts Assistant – Reconciliation & Payments

RECfinancial are supporting a well–established local Leicester based business, to appoint an experienced Accounts Assistant for a full–time, permanent position. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive finance team within a stable and successful organisation.

This is a varied role that requires a proactive and organised individual who can manage various accounting and administrative tasks efficiently.

Commutable from Oadby, Wigston, Enderby, Birstall, Thurmaston and Greater Leicestershire.

The Accounts Assistant will be a critical support for the wider finance team, ensuring the smooth day to day running of the Accounts Office. This role has a clear path for personal growth and development and to be a key member of the team.

We are seeking a highly organised, detail–oriented individual with a proactive approach to processing and the allocation of payments on a daily basis. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop both accounting and administrative skills within an evolving business environment.

• To complete daily reconciliation of various Bank Accounts.
• Upload a high volume of incoming payments on a daily basis.
• Liaise with internal branch network and external contacts.
• Update daily bank statements, reconciling payments.
• Prepare daily journals and upload data to relevant accounting tables.
• Reconcile reports and process journals on a weekly basis.
• Allocate all payments made by Card payments, Standing Orders.
• Reconcile Control and nominal Accounts.
• Daily processing of Payments.
• Support with Month end reporting.
• Organise the purchasing of Stationery, and any other office equipment.
• Plus any ad–hoc Administration tasks within the Finance team.

• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel.
• High level of attention to detail with the ability to reconcile data accurately.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong ability to prioritise and manage time effectively in a fast–paced environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information.

• Company Pension.
• Competitive salary GBP
  28,000 to GBP
  31,000 depending on experience.
• On–Site Parking.

Please note we are unable to accept candidates without UK experience or requiring sponsorship.