Accounts Assistant in Manchester, Greater Manchester

Accounts Assistant | £29,000 – £33,000 | Manchester (Hybrid)

ALF Recruit are working with a growing Financial Services business in Manchester who are looking for an Accounts Assistant to join a newly created role within their Brokerage division. You’ll work closely with the Management Accountant, supporting the finance function across four companies within the group.

It’s a varied, hands-on role covering reconciliations, journals, accruals and purchase ledger, so it suits someone who enjoys getting the numbers right and wants broader exposure across several entities. Study support is available for the right person, making it a great opportunity to build your career in accounting.

What you’ll get

• £29,000 – £33,000 depending on experience
• Study support available for the right candidate
• Hybrid working, with access to the Manchester office
• Free onsite parking
• 23 days’ holiday plus your birthday off, bank holidays, and increasing with years of service
• Company pension, Virtual GP and an employee assistance programme

What you’ll be doing

• Supporting the Management Accountant across four companies within the Brokerage division
• Completing balance sheet and bank reconciliations
• Preparing and posting journals
• Calculating and processing accruals and prepayments
• Assisting with the purchase ledger, including invoice processing and supplier queries
• Investigating discrepancies and resolving them with the wider business
• Supporting month-end close and reporting deadlines

What we’re looking for

• Minimum 2 years working in a Finance or Accounts Assistant role
• Good Reconciliations Skills
• Good Excel Skills – Numerical and Analytical Skills
• An enquiring mind and the confidence to raise issues when something doesn’t look right
• The ability to manage your workload across multiple entities and deadlines
• Studying towards, or keen to start, AAT, ACCA or CIMA would be a bonus

If you’re looking for a role with variety, close support from a Management Accountant and the chance to progress your studies, this is a great next step.

Send your application today or get in touch.