Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant 📍 Location Blaby, Leicestershire 💰 Salary: £30,000- £35,000 🕒 Full-Time | Permanent I am currently recruiting for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join a growing business supporting three umbrella companies. This is a varied and hands-on role suited to someone who is organised, detail-oriented, and confident managing multiple workloads across different entities. The successful candidate will work closely with Directors and senior management, supporting the day-to-day finance function while ensuring accurate financial processing and administration. Key Responsibilities * Processing purchase invoices, sales invoices, and general accounts administration across three companies * Completing daily and weekly bank reconciliations * Managing paper invoices and preparing documentation for Director approval/sign-off * Supporting the finance function with accurate record keeping and financial administration * Working with Sage and Xero systems to maintain financial data * Assisting with payment runs and supplier account management * Reconciling supplier statements and resolving invoice queries * Maintaining organised digital and paper filing systems * Liaising with internal departments, suppliers, and Directors where required * Assisting with month-end processes and reporting support Requirements * Previous experience within an Accounts Assistant / Finance Assistant role * Experience using Sage and/or Xero * Strong understanding of invoice processing and bank reconciliations * High attention to detail and strong organisational skills * Comfortable working across multiple businesses/entities simultaneously * Confident communicating with Directors and senior stakeholders * Good Microsoft Excel and general IT skills * Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively Desirable * AAT qualification or working towards finance qualifications * Experience within SMEs or multi-company environments * Knowledge of basic bookkeeping and accounting principles What’s on Offer * Permanent, stable opportunity within a growing business * Supportive working environment * Varied role with exposure across multiple companies * Opportunity to develop within the finance function * Monday–Friday working hours