Accounts Assistant

Location: Yorkshire, Doncaster - fully on site role (no hybrid or remote working). 

Salary: £26,000 - £32,000 (depending on experience)

Hours: Full-time, Permanent

About Us

We are a growing food manufacturing business supplying high-quality halal chicken products to customers across the UK. Due to continued growth, we are seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an AAT qualified or part-qualified candidate looking to develop their accounting career within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. We actively support further professional development and welcome candidates who are keen to progress towards CIMA or ACCA qualifications.

The Role

Reporting to the Financial Manager, you will provide support across a broad range of finance activities, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of financial information.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Processing purchase invoices and supplier statement reconciliations
• Managing sales ledger and credit control activities
• Posting and reconciling bank transactions
• Assisting with weekly and monthly payment runs
• Supporting month-end processes including accruals and prepayments
• Reconciling balance sheet accounts
• Assisting with stock and inventory reporting
• Supporting VAT returns and other statutory reporting requirements
• Preparing financial reports and analysis for management
• Supporting external audits and year-end accounts preparation
• Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes and controls

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• AAT qualified or currently studying towards AAT
• Keen to continue their professional studies towards CIMA or ACCA
• Experienced in an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, or similar finance role
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Comfortable working with accounting software and ERP systems
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a busy manufacturing environment
• A proactive team player with excellent communication skills

Desirable

• Previous experience within manufacturing or food manufacturing
• Experience of stock accounting or inventory management
• Knowledge of ERP systems

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (up to £32KPA)
• Study support for CIMA or ACCA
• Career progression opportunities within a growing business
• Company pension scheme
• Employee discount scheme
• On-site parking
• Ongoing training and development
• Supportive and collaborative working environment

If you are looking for a role where you can build a long-term career in finance while gaining valuable experience in a successful food manufacturing business, we would love to hear from you.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Chesterfield Poultry Ltd, please do not hesitate to apply.