Accounts Assistant (12-Month Fixed Term  Maternity Contract)

Enderby, Leicestershire | Office-based
£30,000 – £35,000 per year

We are looking for an Accounts Assistant to join the finance team at our client on a 12-month fixed term contract to cover maternity leave.

Our client is a highly regarded and award-winning financial services firm.

The Role

This is a varied finance role supporting the day-to-day accounting operations of the business.

Key responsibilities include:
• Processing sales and purchase invoices in Sage
• Bank, sales and purchase ledger reconciliations
• Commission statement processing
• Posting journals, accruals and prepayments
• Management accounts up to the point of review 
• Assisting with VAT returns and monthly reporting
• Maintaining accurate financial records in Sage and Excel

About You

We’re looking for someone who has:
• A-level education (or equivalent)
• Ideally be AAT qualified or Part-qualified CIMA or ACCA
• 3+ years’ experience in a similar finance role
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Excellent communication skills

Salary & Benefits

• £30,000 – £35,000 depending on experience
• 5% employer pension contribution
• 4x salary life assurance
• Discretionary bonus
• 24 days holiday + bank holidays + 2 additional discretionary days
• Health Cash Plan
• Free parking