Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant

Competitive salary dependent on experience

Bradford (Euroway) – office based

Full-Time, Permanent

Our client is a well-established and growing engineering and manufacturing business based in Bradford, specialising in high-quality composite solutions. With a strong reputation in their field and a busy, fast-paced operation, they are now looking to recruit an Accounts Assistant to support their finance function.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking business where finance plays a key role in supporting operational success. You will be working closely with both finance and wider business teams, gaining exposure to a varied and interesting workload within a technical, project-driven environment.

Role Overview

An Accounts Assistant in this engineering environment supports the finance function by managing day-to-day accounting tasks, maintaining accurate project and cost records, and ensuring smooth financial coordination across engineering, procurement, and production teams.

This role would suit someone who enjoys working with numbers, has a keen eye for detail, and is looking to develop their experience within a dynamic and commercially focused business.

Key Responsibilities

Processing purchase invoices for materials, components, subcontractors, and specialist engineering servicesMatching invoices to purchase orders, delivery notes, and projects (3-way matching)Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies with procurement teamsSupporting stock, WIP (Work in Progress), and engineering cost trackingReconciling bank statements and company accountsMaintaining accurate records for fixed assets, tooling, and machinery investmentsAssisting with month-end tasks including accruals, prepayments, and project cost adjustmentsSupporting internal and external audits, providing documentation where required

Skills & Qualifications

Strong numerical and analytical skillsGood understanding of accounting principlesExperience with ERP or accounting systems (e.g. Sage, SAP, Oracle or similar)Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables and VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP)Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracyPrevious experience with invoice processing and reconciliationsStrong communication skills, confident liaising with suppliers and internal teamsAbility to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-moving environment

Preferred Experience

Around 2+ years’ experience in an accounts or finance roleExperience within engineering, manufacturing, or a similar sectorStudying towards AAT or another relevant accounting qualification

Personal Attributes

Reliable, organised, and trustworthyProactive with a positive, can-do attitudeStrong problem-solver who takes ownership of tasksComfortable working under pressure and to deadlinesA team player who enjoys collaborating across different departments

This is a brilliant opportunity to join our client at an exciting time. Interested? Apply now with your updated CV.

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