Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant | £28,000-32,000 | Chester | Permanent, full time office (can be flexible)

We’re working with a growing, internationally operating business based in Chester, known for its strong market presence and continued expansion across multiple regions. With a collaborative finance team and a high-volume transactional environment, this is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their experience within a dynamic, multi-currency setting.

This is a hands-on Accounts Assistant position with a strong emphasis on the end-to-end purchase ledger process. You’ll play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of accounts payable across multiple entities and currencies.

You will be responsible for:

• Full ownership of the purchase ledger process from invoice receipt through to payment
• Processing high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently
• Matching, batching and coding invoices (including multi-entity transactions)
• Supplier statement reconciliations and query resolution
• Managing payment runs across different currencies
• Handling multi-currency invoices
• Building strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Supporting month-end close, including accruals and reporting
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes and controls

We are looking for:

• Proven experience in a purchase ledger / accounts payable role
• Comfortable managing high-volume workloads with strong attention to detail
• Experience working in a multi-currency or international environment (highly desirable)
• Strong Excel skills and confidence working with finance systems
• Proactive mindset – someone who takes ownership and resolves issues
• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships

You will get:

• £28,000-32,000 depending on experience
• Attractive holiday allowance
• Pension scheme
• Healthcare
• Critical illness
• Bonus scheme
• Free on site parking
• Plus more!