Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant

Manchester

£28,300

About the Company A well-established UK financial services business operating an investment platform, with a large customer base and significant assets under administration.

The Role Reporting to the Finance Supervisor, you'll own the Accounts Payable function end-to-end, acting as the primary contact for supplier queries. You'll also support the wider Finance team with accounts receivable, month-end close, and general ledger maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

Process purchase orders, invoices, and credit notes accurately and on time
Manage company credit cards and ensure correct entry into the accounting system
Complete supplier statement reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
Raise sales invoices and maintain associated ledger records
Process banking payments and provide treasury cover as needed
Support month-end activities including bank recs, intercompany recs, and journals
Handle ad-hoc queries from suppliers, auditors, and internal stakeholders

What We're Looking For

Previous accounts payable experience, including supplier reconciliations
Familiarity with accounting/GL systems and AP modules
Good Excel and Outlook skills
Strong attention to detail and awareness of controls and risk
Good stakeholder management and communication skills Benefits

Company pension, life assurance & income protection
Private medical insurance
Staff investment product discounts
Wellbeing fund & retail discounts
Flexible voluntary benefits

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age