Accounts Assistant

Accounts AssistantLocation: Stoke-on-Trent Salary: £30,000 Reference: ASPLIVOur client is looking for a proactive Accounts Assistant to join their finance team. This is a great opportunity for someone with solid accounts experience who enjoys working across both sales and purchase ledgers, getting involved in month end processes, and playing a key role in maintaining accurate financial records.Responsibilities: Manage customer invoicing, statements, and support credit control activityProcess supplier invoices, expenses, and assist with payment runsReconcile bank statements and allocate payments accuratelySupport cash forecasting activitiesHandle customer and supplier queries professionally and efficientlyAssist with month-end processes including accruals, prepayments, and VAT returnsMaintain accurate records within Sage (or similar accounting systems)Support audit preparation and wider finance process improvementsProvide general administrative support to the finance team Requirements: Previous experience in a finance, accounts, or bookkeeping roleAAT Level 2 or equivalentStrong attention to detail and accuracyGood organisational and time management skillsConfident communicator across all levels of the businessCompetent in Sage (preferred) and ExcelAble to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Packag Details / Benefits: 07:00-16:00 Monday to Thursday / 07:00-15:00 Friday31 days annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing with length of serviceStandard ..... full job details .....