Are you an experienced accounts professional looking for a varied role within a busy finance team? This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Senior Accounts Assistant to join a well-established business in Stoke-on-Trent, taking on a broad range of responsibilities to support the Financial Controller and wider finance function.

This role would suit someone with proven accounts experience who is confident working across both sales and purchase ledgers, has strong organisational skills, and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail is key.

A little bit about the role:

• Administer sales and purchase ledgers, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.

• Communicate with clients and suppliers, handling queries professionally.

• Prepare payroll processing and credit card expenditure records.

• Complete VAT returns and support daily banking requirements.

• Process transactions, maintain accurate ledgers, and reconcile accounts.

• Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts.

• Provide support to the Financial Controller and wider finance team as required.

• Carry out additional administrative tasks, call handling, and general office duties.

Ideal Candidate:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in accounts or a similar finance role.

• Strong MS Office skills, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.

• Knowledge of Sage 50 Accounts would be advantageous.

• Relevant qualifications to support experience in accounts and finance.

• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Able to manage competing priorities in a busy working environment.

• Full UK driving licence preferred.

What’s in it for you:

• Full-time, permanent role with stable working hours (Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm).

• Opportunity for an immediate start in a well-established business.

• Varied role offering exposure across the full accounts function.

• Supportive team environment with scope to develop your skills further.

If you are interested in this Senior Accounts Assistant role and feel you have the skills and experience we are looking for, we would love to hear from you! Please apply today to be considered for this opportunity.

Senior Accounts Assistant | Stoke-on-Trent | Finance & Accounts