Accounts Assistant
Location: Yorkshire, Doncaster - fully on site role (no hybrid or remote working).
Salary: £26,000 - £32,000 (depending on experience)
Hours: Full-time, Permanent
About Us
We are a growing food manufacturing business supplying high-quality halal chicken products to customers across the UK. Due to continued growth, we are seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an AAT qualified or part-qualified candidate looking to develop their accounting career within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. We actively support further professional development and welcome candidates who are keen to progress towards CIMA or ACCA qualifications.
The Role
Reporting to the Financial Manager, you will provide support across a broad range of finance activities, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of financial information.
Key responsibilities will include:
Processing purchase invoices and supplier statement reconciliations
Managing sales ledger and credit control activities
Posting and reconciling bank transactions
Assisting with weekly and monthly payment runs
Supporting month-end processes including accruals and prepayments
Reconciling balance sheet accounts
Assisting with stock and inventory reporting
Supporting VAT returns and other statutory reporting requirements
Preparing financial reports and analysis for management
Supporting external audits and year-end accounts preparation
Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes and controls
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
AAT qualified or currently studying towards AAT
Keen to continue their professional studies towards CIMA or ACCA
Experienced in an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, or similar finance role
Highly organised with strong attention to detail
Proficient in Microsoft Excel
Comfortable working with accounting software and ERP systems
Able to manage multiple priorities in a busy manufacturing environment
A proactive team player with excellent communication skills
Desirable
Previous experience within manufacturing or food manufacturing
Experience of stock accounting or inventory management
Knowledge of ERP systems
What We Offer
Competitive salary (up to £32KPA)
Study support for CIMA or ACCA
Career progression opportunities within a growing business
Company pension scheme
Employee discount scheme
On-site parking
Ongoing training and development
Supportive and collaborative working environment
If you are looking for a role where you can build a long-term career in finance while gaining valuable experience in a successful food manufacturing business, we would love to hear from you.
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Chesterfield Poultry Ltd, please do not hesitate to apply
