General Ledger Assistant

Are you ready to take your finance career to the next levelin a collaborative and fast-paced environment?

We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented General Ledger Assistant to join our vibrant General Ledger team within NHS Shared Business Services. You’ll be part of a sub-team of 34 people, working closely with experienced team leaders and a dedicated Training and Operational Lead to support your development. Our culture is built on collaboration, flexibility, and continuous learning, with daily huddles and strong peer support to help you thrive.

This is a 12-month fixed-term contract based out of our Leeds office on a hybrid working pattern.

• Preparing monthly reconciliation packs and reviewing balance sheet control accounts.
• Supporting payroll deduction pay overs and raising third-party payments.
• Approving banking transactions and handling admin tasks within the sub-team.
• Participating in daily team huddles to prioritise tasks and share updates.
• Responding to client queries and resolving aged reconciliation items.
• Using reporting tools and macros to monitor deadlines and performance.

• Understanding of basic accounting principles and terminology.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office programs, specifically excel.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Experience working within NHS SBS or a finance-related environment.
• Familiarity with reconciliation processes and ledger systems.

If you are interested in this role but not sure if your skills and experience are exactly what we’re looking for, please do apply, we’d love to hear from you!

Employment Type: Full-time, 12 month Fixed Term Contract
Location: Leeds
Security Clearance Level: DBS
Internal Recruiter: Chloe
Salary: £26,500
Benefits: 25 days annual leave with the choice to buy additional days, health cash plan, life assurance, pension, and generous flexible benefits fund