Preston North End FC are looking to recruit a full time, permanent applicant to work in the finance department as a Accounts Assistant. The successful applicant will be based at the Preston North End First Team training ground, Euxton Lane Euxton, PR7 6FA, however, the role may require you to travel to various other locations in line with the needs of the business. Job Summary To assist in all aspects if the accounting function of the Football Club including sales ledger, purchase ledger, payroll and expenses processing. Role and Responsibilities To form part of a busy accounts team in a professional Championship Football Club, including it's charitable community trust. Working on all aspects of the accounting function including raising sales invoices and processing purchase invoice and credit card payments via AI software. Assisting with the processing of payroll (monthly and weekly). Assisting with the elements of the month-end management accounting process. Processing employee expenses using a software processing package. Sending electronic banking payments. Managing petty cash. Working hours 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday About The Candidate ESSENTIAL CORE EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED Previous experience of working in a busy accounts department. Experience of working with computerised accounting packages with Sage 50 and/or Intacct is preferred. Proactive mindset with a high level of attention to detail. A positive outlook to adapt to new systems and processes. Eager to acquire new skills and knowledge. DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS Some level of professional accounting qualification, eg: AAT or CIMA (need not be fully qualified as study and exam support may be provided to the successful applicant). Experience of assisting with month end management accounts processes. Experience in a professional sports club/company and/ or experience of accounting for a charity. About The Club Preston North End Football Club is a professional football club in Preston, Lancashire, whose first team currently play in the English Football League Championship. Preston North End's stadium is situated in the heart of Preston, within the ward of 'Deepdale'. The club operates over five sites to incorporate the first team, the academy, the Preston North End Community and Education Trust (PNECET), the administration team and the stadium. The majority of the sites are in Preston, and one is in Euxton, Chorley. Preston North End was officially formed in 1880 and was a founder member of the Football League in 1888. Our aspirations are to achieve promotion and play in the Premier League and we want you to help us get there. Find out more by visiting the website: www.pne.com