Pay: £27,000 – £30,000 per year

Location: Leeds

Type: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person

Benefits: Company Pension

About the Role:

2fawcett are recruiting for an Accounts Assistant on behalf of a nationally recognised, values-led organisation based in Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity to join an organisation that operates at a national level and is committed to fairness, inclusion, and positive organisational change.

The successful candidate will support the finance function with day-to-day accounting tasks, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance across financial processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Processing purchase and sales invoices.
• Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Carrying out bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assisting with month-end finance processes.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records.
• Processing expenses and supporting payroll preparation.
• Handling finance-related queries from internal stakeholders.
• Providing general support to the finance team as required.

About You:

• Previous experience in an accounts or finance-related role.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Experience using accounting software (e.g. Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, or similar).
• Well organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable (but not essential):

• AAT qualification or working towards one.
• Experience in the charity, not-for-profit, or public sector.
• Basic understanding of VAT and accounting principles.

What’s On Offer:

• Competitive salary dependent on experience.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Supportive, inclusive, and values-driven working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Generous holiday allowance and pension scheme.

If you’re an experienced Accounts Assistant looking for a new opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.