Accounts Assistant

ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT MARKET HARBOROUGH 30,000 to 35,000 + BENEFITS THE OPPORTUNITY

We're recruiting on behalf of a successful and growing SME based in Market Harborough that is looking to appoint an Accounts Assistant to support its finance function.

Working closely with the Finance Director, this is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Accounts Assistant, Assistant Accountant or Finance Assistant who enjoys working in a hands‑on SME environment. The role offers broad exposure across transactional finance, with responsibility for both purchase ledger and sales ledger activities, alongside wider finance administration and month‑end support.

• Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the finance department.
• Processing and reconciling purchase invoices, supplier payments and employee expenses
• Managing supplier accounts and maintaining accurate purchase ledger records
• Raising sales invoices, allocating customer payments and supporting credit control activities
• Performing bank reconciliations and investigating discrepancies where required
• Preparing payment runs and processing electronic payments
• Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring transactions are posted correctly
• Assisting with month‑end processes and management reporting
• Supporting VAT return preparation and compliance activities
• Producing finance reports and assisting with general finance administration
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes and increase efficiency within the finance function

• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Assistant Accountant, Finance Assistant or similar finance role
• Strong understanding of purchase ledger, sales ledger & credit control processes
• Ideally experience working within an SME environment
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• Good communication skills with the ability to build relationships with suppliers, customers and colleagues
• Competent Excel and finance system skills

We are an equal opportunities employer.