Assistant Accountant

South Leicestershire | Up to £35,000 | Full-time, permanent Macildowie is exclusively recruiting for an Assistant Accountant to join a growing business in South Leicestershire. This is a broad, hands-on role that would suit someone who already has good all-round finance experience and is now looking for their next step. You’ll work closely with the wider finance team and get involved in everything from day-to-day transactional finance through to VAT returns and month-end duties. Your responsibilities will include: Managing the sales and purchase ledgers Processing invoices, credit notes and payments Completing bank reconciliations Processing expenses Investigating and resolving account queries Assisting with month-end duties and reconciliations Preparing VAT returns Supporting year-end requirements Keeping financial records accurate and up to date Helping with other finance tasks when needed We’re looking for someone who has worked in a similar finance role and is comfortable managing their own workload. You’ll need practical experience of sales ledger, purchase ledger, bank reconciliations, VAT returns and month-end processes. You’ll also be organised, accurate and confident communicating with people across the business. Good Excel skills are important, along with a willingness to get stuck in and support the team. The salary is up to £35,000 per annum , depending on experience.

If the role sounds like a good fit, please apply with your latest CV or contact Macildowie for a confidential conversation.