Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant – Study Support
Nottingham (Office-Based)
£25,000 – £28,000  Full Study Support

Are you looking to build a strong foundation in your finance career within a supportive and growing manufacturing business? Do you want hands-on experience across core accounting functions while completing your AAT qualification?
We are recruiting for a motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join a well-established manufacturing company based in Nottingham. This is an excellent opportunity for someone at the early stages of their finance career who is currently studying AAT (or looking to start) and eager to gain practical experience in a dynamic, stock-focused environment. Full study support is provided for the right candidate.

The Role
Working as part of a supportive finance team, you will gain exposure to a broad range of accounting responsibilities, including:

Managing the Purchase Ledger – processing supplier invoices, statement reconciliations, and payment runs
Raising and processing Sales Invoices
Supporting with stock reporting and stock reconciliations within a manufacturing environment
Assisting with month-end processes, including accruals, prepayments, and journal entries
Supporting with balance sheet reconciliations
Bank reconciliations
Maintaining accurate financial records using Sage
Assisting with ad hoc reporting and general finance administration

This role will give you valuable exposure to stock accounting and balance sheet work, making it ideal for someone looking to develop strong technical accounting skills early in their career.

About You
This opportunity would suit someone who:

Is currently studying AAT or committed to starting their AAT qualification
Has experience in a finance-based role such as Finance Assistant, Purchase Ledger Clerk, Finance Administrator, or Accounts Assistant
Has a solid understanding of basic accounting principles
Is confident using Excel and has experience with accounting software (experience with Sage is highly desirable)
Has strong attention to detail and excellent numerical accuracy
Can manage deadlines effectively while balancing work and study
Is proactive, organised, and eager to develop professionally

Experience with in a manufacturing environment or working with stock would be advantageous but not essential.

What’s On Offer

Salary £25,000 – £28,000 (depending on experience)
Full AAT study support
Exposure to manufacturing finance and stock reporting
Hands-on month-end and balance sheet experience
Supportive team environment with genuine progression opportunities

If you are ambitious, motivated, and ready to take the next step in your finance career within a growing manufacturing business, we would love to hear from you