Accounts Assistant
Manchester

£ (DOE)

Full-time • 6-month FTC
Job Description
We’re supporting a growing, multi-entity organisation in Manchester who are seeking a meticulous and proactive Accounts Assistant to join their finance team on a permanent basis. This role plays a key part in maintaining accurate financial records across a group of nine companies, with a strong focus on accounts payable, supplier management, bank reconciliation, and supporting wider month-end processes.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to further develop within a dynamic finance function while contributing to smooth and compliant financial operations.
You’ll be working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Responsibilities
Accounts Payable & Purchase Processing
*Overseeing the purchase order process and controls
*Matching purchase orders to invoices
*Accurate allocation of site-related costs
*Processing supplier invoices using Xero, WorkflowMax, Dext, and ApprovalMax
Payments
*Completing twice-monthly supplier payment runs
*Managing DLA legal float top-ups and controls
*Handling intercompany loan transfers
*Distributing group VAT receipts/liabilities
*Processing base and contingent rent payments
*Performing ad-hoc payment tasks
Banking & Reconciliations
*Performing daily bank reconciliations
*Supporting accurate balance sheet reconciliation and asset/liability recording
Month-End & Management Accounts
*Assisting with the timely preparation of monthly management accounts
*Closing AP ledgers and reconciling cashbooks
Expenses & Credit Control
*Verifying and recording staff expenses and credit card expenditure
*Ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal controls
Cashflow Forecasting
*Maintaining the rolling 13-week cashflow forecast
Rent Payments & Site Costing
*Supporting rent-related calculations
*Assisting with annual rent reviews and partner profit certificate preparation
Tax Compliance
*Supporting VAT return preparation
*Completing CIS returns
*Completing CT61 submissions
Project Cost Tracking
*Monitoring and reporting on the financial progress of site development projects
Audit Support
*Assisting internal and external audit preparation
Ad-Hoc Duties
*Producing financial reports and analysis
*Supporting general accounting and administrative tasks
About You
We’re looking for someone who has:
*Experience as an Accounts Assistant or in a similar finance role
*Strong understanding of accounting principles
*Proficiency with Xero and related applications (WorkflowMax, Dext, ApprovalMax)
*Advanced MS Excel skills
*High numerical accuracy and strong attention to detail
*Excellent organisational and time-management ability
*Good written and verbal communication skills
*AAT qualification (desirable)
Additional Information
Hours: 37.5 per week (Mon–Fri)
Contract: Fixed Term Contract
Salary: Competitive (DOE)
Location: Manchester
Apply Today
If you’re an experienced Accounts Assistant looking to join a fast-growing organisation with opportunities to develop and contribute to a busy finance team, we’d love to hear from you.