Accounts Assistant / Assistant Accountant

Working as part of a small finance team in a manufacturing business based in the Pontefract area you will form a key part of the finance function reporting directly into he Finance Manager allowing for long term development and growth opportunities over the long term.

The Accounts Assistant will take full ownership of the purchase ledger function and provide support with purchase ledger related month end activities. This role is ideal for a motivated individual with a strong academic background who is looking to develop their accounting career within a growing finance function.

Key Responsibilities – Purchase Ledger

• Full ownership of the end-to-end purchase ledger process
• Processing supplier invoices accurately and efficiently
• Matching invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes
• Managing supplier queries
• Supplier statement reconciliation
• Maintaining supplier master data
• Preparing and processing supplier payment runs
• Maintaining strong financial controls

Key Responsibilities – Month End Support

• Supporting purchase ledger month-end close activities
• Accruing for goods received not invoiced (GRNI)
• Reviewing aged creditor balances
• Supporting control account reconciliations

The ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience:

• Strong academic background
• Previous experience in...