Accounts Assistant

Reference: 267071575_1794413148

Accounts Assistant

East Devon | Permanent | Salary up to £27,500

We're working exclusively with a long-established and highly respected East Devon business to recruit an Accounts Assistant to join its friendly finance team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a broad range of finance skills within a supportive and collaborative environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the finance function, with responsibilities spanning purchase ledger, payroll support, credit control and month-end activities.

You'll be joining a business that values its people, embraces innovation, and actively invests in the development and progression of its staff.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Managing the purchase ledger process, ensuring supplier invoices are processed accurately and efficiently.
  • Reviewing invoice data, investigating discrepancies and ensuring transactions are correctly authorised and coded.
  • Maintaining positive relationships with suppliers and resolving account queries promptly.
  • Assisting with supplier payment runs and ensuring payments are made in line with agreed terms.
  • Providing support with credit control activities and customer account administration.
  • Assisting with payroll administration and related finance processes.
  • Supporting month-end reporting through reconciliations, data preparation and financial analysis.
  • Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives, helping to streamline processes and maximise the use of technology.
  • Providing general support across the finance team and assisting with ad hoc projects as required.

What we're looking for

To be successful in this role, you'll have:

  • Previous experience in a finance, accounts or bookkeeping position.
  • The ability to manage your workload effectively and meet deadlines.
  • A positive, proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
  • Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel
  • Ability to learn new systems promptly
  • A team-focused approach and a desire to contribute to a supportive working environment.

What's on Offer?

  • Opportunity to gain exposure across multiple areas of finance.
  • Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with service.
  • Enhanced pension contributions.
  • Subsidised on-site facilities and free parking.
  • A supportive, family-oriented culture with genuine opportunities for development and progression.

How to Apply

This vacancy is being managed exclusively by Stefanie Farber at Butler Rose. Applications will be reviewed as suitable candidates are identified, so early applications are encouraged.

For more information, please contact Stefanie Farber at [email protected] or apply with a current CV.

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

£25,800.00 - £27,500.00
Per annum
GBP25800.00 - GBP27500.00 per annum
Added 11/11/2026
Reference: 267071575_1794413148

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