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Accounts Assistant

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Manchester, United KingdomcontractVerifiedPosted 23 Oct 2026
💰 £31,000/yr(£30,000/yr – £31,000/yr)

About the role

Ascent Recruitment is working with a fantastic, well-established business in Manchester that is looking to recruit an Accounts Assistant to join its friendly and supportive finance team on an initial 6-month fixed-term contract, with the potential to become permanent.

This is a varied role with a strong focus on Accounts Payable, alongside supporting the wider finance team with general accounts duties.

Key Responsibilities:

* Managing all aspects of the Accounts Payable process

* Processing supplier invoices and payments

* Reconciling supplier statements and resolving queries

* Supporting month-end processes

* Assisting the wider finance team with general accounting and administrative duties

What We're Looking For:

* Previous Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger experience is essential

* Good attention to detail and strong organisational skills

* A positive, flexible approach and willingness to support the wider team

* Immediately available or able to start within 2 weeks

What's On Offer:

* £30,000–£31,000 salary

* Hybrid working

* 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays

* A fantastic working culture and supportive team

* Potential for the role to become permanent

If you're available at short notice and looking for your next opportunity, I'd love to hear from you

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