Accounts Assistant

Assistant Accountant

£30,000 - £35,000 | Full Time | Yorkshire-Based Care Group

Are you an experienced accounts professional looking for a varied role where you can take ownership, make an impact, and work closely with senior leadership?

We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing care provider seeking a skilled Accounts Manager / Senior Accounts Assistant to join their friendly head office team. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, this is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys managing the full accounts function and wants to play a key role in supporting multiple care home sites across Yorkshire.

This is a hands-on position offering real variety, autonomy, and the chance to become a valued member of a close-knit team where your contribution genuinely matters.

The Role

You will be responsible for managing the day-to-day finance function while supporting the production of management accounts and business reporting.

Key responsibilities include:

• Daily bank reconciliations
• Cash flow forecasting and monitoring
• Sales ledger, invoicing, credit control and account reconciliations
• Purchase ledger processing and supplier statement reconciliations
• BACS payment preparation and processing
• Payroll administration and processing
• Managing employee-related payroll matters including sickness, holidays, overtime, expenses, SMP/SPP and statutory payments
• Administration of workplace pension schemes
• Producing weekly reports for directors
• Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts and KPI reporting
• Handling customer and supplier queries
• Supporting the wider business with ad hoc administrative and finance duties

About You

We're looking for a proactive and detail-focused finance professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and taking ownership of their workload.

You'll ideally have:

• AAT qualification (or equivalent experience)
• At least 3 years' experience within an accounts role
• Previous experience using Sage 50 and Sage Payroll
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Experience working up to management accounts level
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• The ability to work independently and as part of a small, supportive team
• A positive and professional approach with strong communication skills

What's on Offer?

• Salary of £30,000 - £35,000 depending on experience
• Full-time, permanent position
• Stable and growing organisation
• Varied and autonomous role with exposure to all aspects of the finance function
• Direct support and mentorship from the Finance Director