Trainee Accounts Assistant

Sewell Wallis is working with a leading manufacturing business based in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, who are looking to hire a Trainee Accounts Assistant. This role would be a fantastic opportunity for someone wanting to take their first steps to start a career in finance, although you will need to either be studying for a relevant qualification (AAT or similar) or have some hands‑on experience in a finance‑related role.

This role sits within a busy Accounts Receivable function, where as a Trainee Accounts Assistant, you will have exposure to a wide variety of duties, with opportunities for progression and development down the line. There are also some fantastic benefits including a bonus scheme, flexible working arrangements and study support once probation is successfully completed.

• Producing applications for payment using Excel.
• Resolving customer queries in a timely and professional manner.
• Working closely with the sales team to support the collections process.
• Sending copy invoices, proof of delivery documents and completion certificates.
• Allocating customer cash and maintaining accurate account records.
• Liaising with internal departments to resolve queries efficiently.
• Completing customer account reconciliations.
• Supporting the wider credit control team with ad hoc duties as required.

• A strong interest in finance or accounting, ideally studying or planning to study AAT.
• Confident telephone manner and good communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• A positive, flexible and proactive attitude to work.
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment and communicating with stakeholders at all levels.
• Previous office, admin, customer service or finance experience would be beneficial.

• Flexible hybrid working pattern.
• Study support.
• Bonus scheme.
• 22+ annual leave + bank holidays (increasing over time).
• Study support.
• Excellent exposure within a large, impressive business with genuine career development opportunities.
• A supportive environment ideal for building a long‑term career in finance.

Please apply now or get in touch with Eleanor Kirk for more information.

To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful.