Accounts Assistant

Are you an organised and proactive Accounts Assistant looking for your next challenge within a fast-paced and growing business? We are recruiting on behalf of an exciting organisation based in Normanton where no two days are the same. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy finance team in a varied role that will offer exposure across multiple areas of accounts and finance operations. The successful candidate will thrive in a high-volume environment, have excellent attention to detail, and enjoy working collaboratively within a supportive team. The Role As Accounts Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the finance function and ensuring financial processes are completed accurately and efficiently. Key responsibilities will include: * Managing high volumes of employee expenses via Soldo debit cards and company credit cards * Ensuring expenses are accurately coded and allocated to the correct nominal codes and cost centres * Processing high volumes of purchase invoices, including multi-currency transactions and varying VAT treatments * Reviewing and reconciling work completed by other members of the accounts team * Managing the shared accounts inbox, allocating and responding to queries accordingly * Tracking and logging rechargeable expenses in a timely manner * Chasing missing paperwork, receipts and supporting documentation while maintaining accurate records * Managing the company vehicle log spreadsheet and processing weekly fuel invoices * Supporting the preparation of information for EU VAT returns * Assisting with month-end processes and finance reporting * Supporting the implementation of a new stock system * Working collaboratively with the wider finance team * Assisting with general finance administration and ad hoc duties as required About You To be successful in this role, you will ideally have: * Previous experience within a finance or accounts position * AAT Level 3 qualification (or equivalent experience) * Experience processing high volumes of invoices and expenses * A good understanding of VAT, including international and EU VAT considerations * Experience using Xero or similar accounting software * Experience working with multi-currency transactions * Strong understanding of nominal codes and financial coding structures * Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail * The ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple tasks effectively * A proactive, positive and team-oriented approach What’s on Offer? * A varied and fast-paced role within a growing organisation * Supportive and collaborative team environment * Opportunity to contribute to new systems and process improvements * Flexible working hours * Long-term development opportunities If you are looking for a busy and rewarding finance role where you can really make an impact, we’d love to hear from you