Accounts Assistant, Huddersfield, Up to £35k
| Posting date: | 19 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £30,000.0 to £40,000.0 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Up to £35k |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 September 2025 |
| Location: | Elland, West Yorkshire, HD3 3FG |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 1 day per week |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4726337_1758297833 |
Summary
Hays are delighted to be working with a well-established business in Huddersfield that's looking to add an experienced Accounts Assistant to their finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a solid grounding in transactional finance who's looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and growing company.
Key Responsibilities:
- Processing purchase and sales invoices
- Bank reconciliations and cashbook maintenance
- Assisting with month-end reporting and journals
- Managing supplier payments and resolving queries
- Supporting credit control and aged debt reporting
- Assisting with VAT returns and other HMRC submissions
- Liaising with internal departments and external stakeholders
What We're Looking For:
- Previous experience in a similar finance role
- Strong understanding of transactional finance processes
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
- Proficiency in Excel and accounting software (e.g. Sage, Xero, QuickBooks)
- A proactive and collaborative approach to work
- AAT qualification (or working towards) is desirable but not essential
Benefits:
- Competitive salary up to £35,000
- Flexible working hours and hybrid options
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Pension scheme
- On-site parking
- Career development opportunities
What you need to do now
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