Accounts Assistant

Location:
Leicester (LE19) – Leicestershire, East Midlands, United Kingdom
Salary:
£30k – 35k per year + + Benefits
Type:
Contract
Start Date:
ASAP
Contract Period:
12 months
Main Industry:
Search Accountancy Jobs
Advertiser:
Paul Mitchell Associates
Job ID:
132777470
Posted On:
17 March 2026

Accounts Assistant (12-Month Fixed Term Maternity Contract)

Enderby, Leicestershire | Office-based
A£30,000 – A£35,000 per year

We are looking for an Accounts Assistant to join the finance team at our client on a 12-month fixed term contract to cover maternity leave.

Our client is a highly regarded and award-winning financial services firm.

The Role

This is a varied finance role supporting the day-to-day accounting operations of the business.

Key responsibilities include:
– Processing sales and purchase invoices in Sage
– Bank, sales and purchase ledger reconciliations
– Commission statement processing
– Posting journals, accruals and prepayments
– Supporting payroll processing
– Assisting with VAT returns and monthly reporting
– Maintaining accurate financial records in Sage and Excel

About You

We’re looking for someone who has:
– A-level education (or equivalent)
– Ideally be AAT qualified or Part-qualified CIMA or ACCA
– 3+ years’ experience in a similar finance role
– Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
– Excellent communication skills

Salary & Benefits

– A£30,000 – A£35,000 depending on experience
– 5% employer pension contribution
– 4x salary life assurance
– Discretionary bonus
– 24 days holiday + bank holidays + 2 additional discretionary days
– Health Cash Plan
– Free parking

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