I'm working with a business that's just stepped out from under the umbrella of a much bigger group - and they need someone solid to help get the finance function into shape.They're not looking for a backseat passenger. They want someone who's up for rolling their sleeves up, sorting out ledgers, tightening up processes, and generally being the calm in the storm. If you've ever thought "I'd love to help build something, not just maintain it" - this is your shot. You'll be part of a small, growing team, right at the heart of it.What you'll actually be doing:??Keeping the purchase ledger under control (invoices, POs, payments, supplier statements - the works)??Managing the sales ledger (invoicing, cash allocation, chasing up late payers)??Month-end support: journals, accruals, prepayments, bank recs??Helping to build cashflow forecasts and track spend vs. budget??Documenting new finance processes (yes, from scratch)??Migrating from the old system to the new one??Making sure the numbers stack up while the rest of the business is finding its feetYou'll thrive here if you:??Are studying AAT / ACCA / CIMA (or planning to)??Have 2+ years in an assistant accountant role??Know your way around both purchase and sales ledgers??Can bend Excel to your will (PivotTables, VLOOKUPs - no problem)??Are cool with change, ambiguity, and figuring things out as you go??Have experience with Sage 200? Bonus.??Want real responsibility, not just ticking boxesWhy bother applying???Because this isn't just a job. It's a chance to shape something.??To be part of a team that's actually building something meaningful - and doing it with a sense of purpose.??You'll learn fast. And never feel like a cog in the machine.??If that sounds like your kind of challenge, let's talk.??And if you're after something a bit more "steady-state"? No hard feelings - this probably isn't your gig.
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Posted 18 hours ago, valid for 5 days
Leeds, West Yorkshire LS14 1DZ
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- A business that has recently separated from a larger group is seeking a hands-on finance professional to help establish its finance function.
- The role requires a minimum of 2 years of experience in an assistant accountant position, with responsibilities including managing ledgers and supporting month-end processes.
- Candidates should be studying AAT, ACCA, or CIMA, and possess strong Excel skills, particularly with PivotTables and VLOOKUPs.
- Experience with Sage 200 is a bonus, and the role offers the opportunity to build new finance processes and contribute to cash flow forecasting.
- The salary for this position is competitive, reflecting the level of responsibility and the chance to play a key role in shaping the finance function.
