Morgan McKinley Northern Home Counties is partnering with an expanding accounting firm based in Corby to find an experienced Accounts Assistant to join their busy environment. Role In this newly created position, you will work closely with the Finance Manager to support financial processes and manage a variety of accounting functions for a defined client portfolio. Key Responsibilities: · Processing VAT returns · Managing payroll preparation · Handling purchase ledger tasks, including preparing and sending unpaid bills reports and weekly payment runs · Managing sales ledger and credit control activities · Performing bank reconciliations, including weekly reconciliations · Assisting with month-end reconciliation and adjustments · Managing client inboxes, ensuring timely responses and filing of emails Ideal Candidate Profile: · Positive, proactive, and able to remain calm under pressure · Experience in purchase ledger and general accounting functions · Solid understanding of VAT and payroll regulations · Familiarity with accounting software, preferably QuickBooks, Xero, or Sage · AAT, CIMA, or ACCA trainee or qualified by experience Salary & Benefits: Provides a hybrid working model, with a salary of up to £25,000 per annum