Accounts Assistant - Purchase & Sales Ledger

We are looking for an experienced, proactive and well-organised Accounts Assistant to join our Finance team.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in purchase ledger and/or sales ledger, with the flexibility to work across both functions as required.

This is a varied, hands-on role supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the business, ensuring accurate financial records, timely processing of transactions and effective account reconciliations.

We would also welcome applications from candidates with previous experience in accountancy practice who are looking to transition into an in-house finance role within a growing business.

We are seeking someone who can work independently, take ownership of their responsibilities and provide valuable support to the wider Finance team.

Key Responsibilities

Purchase Ledger

Process supplier invoices, ensuring accurate coding, matching and authorisation.

Prepare supplier payment runs, reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.

Maintain supplier records and assist with employee expenses.

Sales Ledger & Credit Control

Raise and maintain sales invoices and customer accounts.

Monitor outstanding balances, follow up overdue payments and manage credit control communications.

Allocate customer receipts, reconcile accounts and resolve billing queries.

Reconciliations & General Accounting

Assist with bank, credit card and ledger reconciliations.

Process and reconcile employee expenses and company expenditure.

Support month-end procedures, investigate discrepancies and maintain accurate financial records.

Finance Systems & Team Support

Maintain accurate financial records using Sage Intacct and other finance systems.

Assist with transaction imports, data maintenance and financial reporting.

Provide flexible support across finance activities, including holiday cover.

Contribute to process improvements and share knowledge with colleagues.

Skills & Experience

Essential

Minimum AAT Level 3 qualification or equivalent accounting qualification.

Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Purchase Ledger or Sales Ledger role.

Practical knowledge of purchase and/or sales ledger processes and account reconciliations.

Ability to work independently, take ownership of tasks and resolve queries with minimal supervision.

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and accounting software.

Strong attention to detail, organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines.

Confident communication skills when dealing with suppliers, customers and colleagues.

Flexible, proactive and team-oriented approach.

Desirable

Experience across both purchase and sales ledger functions.

Accountancy practice experience and an interest in moving into an in-house finance role.

Experience using Sage Intacct or a similar accounting system.

Experience with credit control, payment runs and month-end reconciliations.

Familiarity with expense management systems such as Spendesk or Cledara.

Personal Attributes

Reliable, accurate and confident working independently while contributing to a collaborative team.

Adaptable, approachable and proactive in resolving issues, supporting colleagues and improving processes