ACCOUNTS ASSISTANTMARKET HARBOROUGH 30,000 to 35,000 + BENEFITSTHE OPPORTUNITYWe''re recruiting on behalf of a successful and growing SME based in Market Harborough that is looking to appoint an Accounts Assistant to support its finance function.Working closely with the Finance Director, this is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Accounts Assistant, Assistant Accountant or Finance Assistant who enjoys working in a hands-on SME environment. The role offers broad exposure across transactional finance, with responsibility for both purchase ledger and sales ledger activities, alongside wider finance administration and month-end support.THE ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT / ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT ROLE Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you''ll play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the finance department.Processing and reconciling purchase invoices, supplier payments and employee expensesManaging supplier accounts and maintaining accurate purchase ledger recordsRaising sales invoices, allocating customer payments and supporting credit control activitiesPerforming bank reconciliations and investigating discrepancies where requiredPreparing payment runs and processing electronic paymentsMaintaining accurate financial records and ensuring transactions are posted correctlyAssisting with month-end processes and management reportingSupporting VAT return preparation and compliance activitiesProducing finance reports and assisting with general finance administratio