Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant

Location: Peterborough
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Interaction Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of our client, a successful and growing business based in Peterborough, who are looking to appoint an organised and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join their finance team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Accounts Assistant looking to develop their career within a supportive and collaborative environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the finance function, ensuring financial records are maintained accurately and efficiently.

The Role

As an Accounts Assistant, you will provide support across a variety of finance functions and work closely with the wider finance team to ensure the smooth running of daily financial operations.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Processing purchase and sales invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving invoice queries.
• Assisting with bank reconciliations and daily cash postings.
• Supporting credit control activities where required.
• Processing expenses and company payments.
• Assisting with month-end procedures, including accruals and prepayments.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with company procedures.
• Supporting the finance team with ad hoc administrative and accounting tasks.

The Ideal Candidate

Our client is looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, or similar finance role.
• A good understanding of purchase ledger, sales ledger, and bank reconciliations.
• Experience using accounting software such as Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, or similar ERP systems.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent numerical skills.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and the wider Microsoft Office suite.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• A proactive attitude with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• AAT qualifications or current studies would be advantageous but are not essential.

What's on Offer

• Company pension.
• Generous holiday entitlement.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Study support (where applicable).
• Genuine career progression opportunities.
• Friendly and supportive working environment.
• Monday to Friday working hours.

Apply Now

If you're looking to take the next step in your finance career and would like to join a growing organisation where your contribution will be valued, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your CV today or contact Interaction Recruitment on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.