Accounts Assistant

C.S Ellis (Group) Ltd is a 4th generation family‑run Logistics company, celebrating 92 years in business in 2025 and going from strength to strength. Operating from three locations in the East Midlands, we have an excellent reputation built on generations of experience and combine traditional values with customer service and professionalism.

We are a fast‑growing third‑party logistics provider committed to delivering seamless supply‑chain solutions to our clients across diverse industries. With a focus on efficiency and customer satisfaction, we pride ourselves on being a trusted logistics partner.

Are you organized, detail‑focused, and looking to build a successful career in finance? We're seeking an enthusiastic Accounts Payable Associate to join our existing Finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with numbers, has great attention to detail, and wants to develop within a supportive environment.

• Reviewing and processing supplier invoices, credit notes and owning the investigation process of any discrepancies highlighted when reconciling supplier statements
• Responsible for working with internal stakeholders to ensure timely sign off requests to meet external SLAs, monitoring costs against budgets
• Generating weekly payment runs
• Identifying and processing inter‑company recharging in a timely manner
• Maintaining accurate financial records and data entry
• Assisting with bank reconciliations and month‑end tasks
• Supporting the preparation of financial reports including compliance reporting where required
• Providing administrative support to the Financial Controller and wider team

• Experience in an accounts role
• Confident with numbers and basic accounting principles
• Good Excel skills and familiarity with accounting software
• Strong accuracy, organisation, and time‑management
• Excellent communication skills verbally and written

• Studying towards or interested in AAT (or similar)
• Experience with systems like Wero, Sage or Quick Books

• Reliable and trustworthy with financial information
• A strong communicator and team player
• Positive, proactive, and willing to learn
• Able to manage multiple tasks calmly and efficiently

• Competitive salary
• 22 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Holiday buyback scheme
• Company pension scheme
• Discretionary Profit Share scheme (subject to conditions)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Training and career progression opportunities
• Secure onsite parking
• Friendly, supportive finance team