Accounts Assistant

Location:

Leicester (LE8) – Leicestershire, East Midlands, United Kingdom

Salary:

£28k – 32k per year

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

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Advertiser:

Paul Mitchell Associates

Job ID:

132420788

Posted On: 

05 November 2025

ACCOUNTS ADMINISTRATOR
Leicestershire
A£28,000 – A£32,000 per annum
Full-time, Permanent | Immediate Start

Are you an organised and detail-driven Accounts professional looking to take your next step in finance? This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing business where you’ll play a key role in supporting a busy finance team – and be given the chance to develop your skills and responsibilities as you go.

YOUR ROLE:
As an Accounts Administrator , you’ll provide essential day-to-day support to the finance function – from managing transactional processing to assisting with month-end tasks and financial reporting. You’ll work closely with the Finance Director, gaining valuable exposure to all aspects of accounting and administration in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Key responsibilities include:

* Processing and maintaining accurate accounts payable and receivable records.

* Assisting with preparation of financial statements, reconciliations, and reports.

* Supporting cashflow management and month-end/year-end processes.

* Managing staff expenses, petty cash, and credit card reconciliations.

* Assisting with VAT returns and compliance checks.

* Providing wider office administration support and maintaining a professional front-of-house presence.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT HERE:
Competitive salary – A£28,000-A£32,000 per year
Progression opportunities – develop your accounting skills and take on more responsibility as you grow
Support for AAT qualification (or equivalent)
Company pension & bonus scheme
Free on-site parking
Supportive, down-to-earth team environment

You’ll be joining a forward-thinking company that values initiative, accuracy, and continuous learning – perfect for someone looking to grow their finance career within a supportive and ambitious team.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
Aœ”️ Working towards (or qualified in) AAT or equivalent
Aœ”️ Experience using Sage (Sage 200 preferred) and Microsoft Office
Aœ”️ Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Aœ”️ Excellent organisational and time management skills
Aœ”️ Confident communicator, both written and verbal
Aœ”️ Able to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
Aœ”️ Team player with a proactive attitude and willingness to learn

Ready to take ownership of your next career move?

AϬ Apply now and become part of a finance team where your contribution truly counts!

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