Accounts Assistant

Aichi Forge; Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job description

Role: Accounts Assistant (Accounts Payable)

Package: Up to £28,000

Location: Trafford Park Office based

Start Date: ASAP

Talent Accountancy & Finance are looking for a dependable and proactive Accounts Assistant to join a busy finance team in a fully office-based role.

The ideal candidate will be reliable, willing to learn, and keen to build a long-term career in finance.

The basic salary for this role is up to £28k & is based out of the office in Trafford Park (M17).

The Role

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable:

1. Processing a high volume of purchase invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
2. Matching, batching, and coding invoices.
3. Managing the purchase ledger and ensuring all supplier records are up to date.
4. Preparing payment runs (BACS, CHAPS) and ensuring approvals are in place.
5. Resolving supplier queries and reconciling supplier statements.
6. Liaising with suppliers regarding payment dates, invoice discrepancies, and remittance advice.
7. Supporting month-end AP close procedures and reconciliations.

General Finance Support

1. Assisting with daily bank reconciliations.
2. Support with month end processes and journals when required.
3. Supporting with petty cash, staff expenses, and company credit card reconciliations.
4. Assisting with internal reporting requirements.
5. Supporting wider finance team as required during peak times.

The Person

We are looking for someone reliable, willing to learn, and keen to build a long-term career in finance.

No formal qualifications are required, but a strong work ethic and attention to detail are essential.

This is a key support position in the accounts payable function, ensuring smooth day-to-day processing of supplier invoices, supplier management and supporting the wider accounts team.

If some of the below sounds like you then please get in touch!

1. Experience in an accounts payable or general finance role.
2. Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
3. Reliable and punctual, with a strong sense of personal accountability.
4. Comfortable working full-time from the office.
5. Good communication skills - both written and verbal.
6. Familiarity with accounting software (e.g. Sage, Xero, or similar).
7. Intermediate Excel skills (e.g. basic formulas, sorting/filtering).
8. Willingness to assist with tasks beyond job description during busy periods.