ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT / PURCHASE LEDGER

HULL (OFFICE BASED)

£27,000 to £32,000 (DOE) + BENEFITS

THE OPPORTUNITY:

We're partnering with a successful SME business in Hull that's looking to recruit an Accounts Assistant to join its finance team.

Working closely with the Financial Controller, this is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Accounts Assistant with strong Purchase Ledger and Accounts Payable experience. You'll take ownership of key transactional finance duties while supporting the wider finance function in a varied and hands-on role.

THE ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT ROLE:

• Managing the end-to-end Purchase Ledger and Accounts Payable function
• Processing and reconciling supplier invoices, payments, and staff expenses
• Preparing payment runs and processing electronic payments
• Performing supplier statement and bank reconciliations
• Handling supplier queries and maintaining accurate Purchase Ledger records
• Supporting Sales Ledger activities, including invoicing, statements, receipt allocation, and credit control
• Assisting with VAT Returns, Month-End, and Year-End processes
• Maintaining accurate financial records and supporting reporting requirements
• Supporting process improvements, automation, and AI-led efficiencies
• Providing ad hoc support to the Financial Controller

THE PERSON:

• Current experience as an Accounts Assistant, Purchase Ledger Clerk, Accounts Payable Assistant, or Finance Assistant role.
• Strong Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable experience
• Experience processing invoices, supplier payments, reconciliations, and expenses
• Ideally AAT Qualifications
• Experience within an SME environment would be advantageous
• Good Excel and finance systems skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities

TO APPLY:

Please send your CV for this Accounts Assistant opportunity via the advert for immediate consideration.

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