Get Recruited (UK) Ltd
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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