Senior Accounts Assistant (FTC)

FTC Senior Accounts Assistant Location: Preston Salary: £35,000-£40,000 Reference: ASPLIV Our client is seeking an experienced and hands-on Senior Accounts Assistant to join their business on a 12-month fixed term contract to provide maternity cover. This is a key role responsible for the end-to-end management of the finance function, combining day-to-day transactional oversight with ownership of cash flow, reporting, and financial controls. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a hands-on environment and can take full ownership of financial processes while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strong governance. Responsibilities: Manage end-to-end sales and purchase ledger processes, including invoice processing, approvals, and postings Perform and review reconciliations across multiple bank accounts, credit cards, and e-commerce payment platforms Investigate and resolve discrepancies in financial transactions Reconcile supplier statements and maintain accurate accounts payable records Oversee aged receivables and support credit control procedures, including authorisation of sales orders Monitor and manage daily bank balances, deposits, and liquidity requirements Forecast foreign currency requirements and coordinate overseas payments Manage bulk and ad-hoc payment runs Manage trade finance activities Produce regular reports on sales performance and overall financial position Deliver cash position updates and insights, including monthly reviews with the Managing Director Prepare aged stock and receivables reports Provide ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting as required Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations, including PVA and VAT Maintain robust financial controls and governance across all processes Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors, supporting audits and information requests Manage credit insurance processes Requirements: Previous experience in a Finance Manager or Senior Finance role Experience using Xero accounting software (preferred) or similar systems Strong cash flow management experience Experience working with auditors and external financial stakeholders Knowledge of imports, import VAT, and trade finance (preferred) Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Hands-on approach, comfortable managing both transactional and strategic finance tasks High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills Package Details / Benefits: 12 month fixed-term contract (maternity cover) 23 days annual leave + Bank Holiday – Option to buy or sell 3 days. Company Pension (Apply online only) Monday to Friday To Contact Direct: Daniel Barnett Senior Executive Consultant (phone number removed) (url removed) At Aspion, our core values have been built around the importance of transparency, innovation, passion, and collaboration. As such, we are committed to open communication and the protection of your privacy. We have updated our policies in line with General Data Protection Regulation laws to make it easier for you to understand how we collect, store, and handle your data – these can be viewed on our website