Accounts Assistant

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Job information

  • Location: Gloucester, Gloucestershire
  • Job type: Permanent
  • Job sector: Accounting & Finance
  • Salary: £28000 - £32000 per annum
  • Published: 5 May 2026

Accounts Assistant
£28,000-£32,000 + Training + Company Benefits
Gloucester

Are you an Accounts Assistant looking for a stable, permanent, full time role with a family-run business with a great environment, who offer a Monday to Friday role and the opportunity to take on more responsibilities as you progress?

On offer is the opportunity to join a specialist in their field, they manufacture components and parts for the agricultural sector and they are experiencing a period of continuous growth and as such are looking to grow their business and add to the finance team.

This varied role, involves producing monthly management accounts, handling reconciliations, invoicing, VAT returns, and maintaining accurate financial records up to trial balance. You will also manage ledgers, support month-end processes, and resolve finance queries. This is a Mon – Fri, 9AM to 5PM.

This role would suit an Accounts Assistant or similar, who is looking to join a growing, family run business who are known for their great working environment and long term stability.

The Role:

  • Maintain accurate financial records and analysing cash flow
  • Manage both purchase and sales ledgers, including invoicing, debtor control, and chasing overdue payments.
  • Carry out bank and ledger reconciliations, including multi-currency accounts and supplier statements.
  • Support month-end and year-end processes, including VAT/VIES reporting and liaising with external accountants.
  • Monday to Friday (9AM – 5PM)

The Person:

  • Accounts Assistant or similar
  • Looking for a full time, permanent role
  • Commutable to Gloucester

Key words: Accounts, Assistant, Finance Assistant, VAT, Sales Ledger, Purchase Ledger, Accountant, Gloucester, Bristol

Reference number: BBBH25170A

If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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