Accounts Assistant in Wakefield

Location: Wakefield
Salary: £20,000 per year
Recruiter: Page Personnel
Job Hours: Full-time

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  • Excellent Accounts Assistant Opportunity
  • Well established business with free parking on site
  • About Our Client

    Page Personnel are currently partnering with a well-established business based in Wakefield. Due to company growth, our client has an excellent, permanent Accounts Assistant position available and are looking for an experienced Finance candidate to join their existing Finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing crucial support to the Accounting & Finance Department.

    Job Description

    Reporting to the Finance Manager as an Accounts Assistant, duties will include, supporting the finance department, accountants, and management team by completing routine clerical and accounting tasks, preparing budgets, maintaining reports, and completing basic bookkeeping and accounting duties for the company, completing purchase orders and managing payroll function, assisting with audits, fact checks, and resolving discrepancies, assisting in month-end closure.

    The Successful Applicant

    A successful Accounts Assistant should have:

  • Understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting principles.
  • Previous experience in AR/AP.
  • Strong numerical skills and attention to detail.
  • Good organisational and time management skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • What's on Offer

  • 22 Annual salary ranging from £20,000 to £27,000 based on experience.
  • A supportive and professional work environment.
  • Free on site parking
  • Opportunities for career progression and personal development.
  • A career at our client's company offers a rewarding and challenging work environment with plenty of opportunities to learn and grow. Apply today to take the next step in your career.

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