Accounts Assistant

Accounts & Admin Assistant

Location: SandbachSalary: £25,000 - £28,000Hours: Monday - Thursday 9:00am - 5:30pm Friday 9:00am - 1:00pmType: Permanent Office-based

We're working with a well-established and growing business that's a leader in its field. As part of an exciting move to Sandbach, they're looking for an Accounts & Administration Assistant to join their small, friendly team.

This is a great opportunity for someone who's got some experience in accounts or admin and is either studying AAT (or keen to get started) and wants to build a long-term career in finance. You'll get stuck into a varied role with exposure across both finance and office support - perfect if you enjoy keeping busy and learning on the job.

What you'll be doing

Finance duties:

• Processing sales and purchase invoices
• Recording incoming and outgoing payments
• Keeping financial records accurate and up to date
• Managing petty cash and expense claims
• Assisting with bank and ledger reconciliations

Admin support:

• Handling inbound calls and email enquiries
• Dealing with client and supplier queries
• Supporting general day-to-day office admin
• Ordering office supplies
• Helping with data entry (including uploading listings online)
• Supporting managers with ad hoc tasks

What to expect

• You'll be part of a close-knit team, so being flexible and willing to help out is key
• There are busy periods where you may support other areas of the business
• Occasional travel and overnight stays (up to 4 nights) may be required

What they're looking for

• Previous experience in accounts, finance, or admin
• AAT Level 3 (or working towards it)
• Experience with Xero and Microsoft Excel is a big plus
• Strong attention to detail and organisation skills
• A confident communicator and team player
• Someone proactive, reliable, and keen to develop

Additional requirements

• Full UK driving licence (max 6 points)
• Able to commute to a semi-rural office location
• Customer-focused with a positive, can-do attitude

Why apply?

• Early finish every Friday
• Varied, hands-on role with real career development
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Opportunity to grow your finance career long-term