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Accounts Assistant AAT Level 4

Redditch Permanent £31,000 - £34,000 per year View Job Description
The Accounts Assistant AAT Level 4 role in the retail industry requires a detail-oriented individual to support the accounting and finance team with daily operations. The position is based in Redditch and offers the opportunity to contribute to the efficient financial management of the organisation.
  • High growth company
  • Modern, collaborative culture with strong team ethos

About Our Client

This opportunity is with a well-established, medium-sized company. The organisation is recognised for its commitment to delivering quality products and fostering a professional work environment.

Job Description

This is a varied Accounts Assistant role combining core transactional duties with exposure to month-end and reporting processes.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Processing purchase invoices and maintaining the purchase ledger
  • Preparing weekly payment runs
  • Supporting the preparation of VAT returns
  • Assisting with month-end close, including reconciliations
  • Taking ownership of goods in transit and stock accounting processes
  • Ensuring carriage and duty costs are accurately recorded
  • Supporting supplier invoice checks and controls
  • Assisting with payroll administration
  • Working on process improvement and ad hoc projects with the wider team



The Successful Applicant

We're looking for someone who is:

  • AAT Level 4 qualified (or strong Level 3 with experience)
  • Has 1-3 years' experience in a finance role
  • Comfortable working with Excel and accounting systems (Xero ideal)
  • Highly detail-oriented with strong numerical skills
  • Proactive, eager to learn and willing to take ownership
  • Confident working in a fast-paced, growing business
  • Any exposure to VAT, payroll, or stock accounting would be advantageous but not essential.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary ranging from £31,000 to £34,000 per annum.
  • Permanent role offering stability and growth opportunities.
  • Supportive and professional work environment in Redditch.
  • Opportunities to develop skills within the accounting and finance department.



This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their finance career looking to develop quickly in a high-growth business.

If you're looking for more ownership, variety, and progression than a typical Accounts Assistant role - we'd love to hear from you.

Contact
Neha Donohoe
Quote job ref
JN-042026-7003214
Phone number
+44 121 634 6992

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Accounts Assistant
Sector
Retail
Location
Redditch
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Neha Donohoe
Consultant phone
+44 121 634 6992
Job reference
JN-042026-7003214