Average Accounts Assistant salary in Carlisle

Accounts Assistant – CarlisleSalary up to £35kAre you an AAT qualified accounts professional looking for your next career step? Join a dynamic finance team in Carlisle and take your skills to the next level! This forward thinking manufacturer are looking to grow their team with an Accounts Assistant with strong experience across all transactional finance duties. You will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the smooth running of our accounts function.What you’ll be doing:Processing day-to-day transactional finance activities, including purchase and sales ledger, bank reconciliations, and general ledger entries.Preparing and assisting with VAT, payroll, and other routine financial reporting.Supporting month-end and year-end processes to ensure timely and accurate accounts.Liaising with internal teams and external clients to resolve queries and maintain accurate records.What we’re looking for:AAT qualified (or equivalent) with solid hands-on experience in transactional finance.Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.Proficiency in Excel and accounting software.A proactive team player who is eager to learn and grow.Why join us?Ongoing study support and encouragement to pursue further accounting qualifications.Friendly, collaborative work environment with a clear career progression pathway.Exposure to a variety of accounting tasks to broaden your experience and expertise.Hybrid working after probation has been passedIf you are ready to develop your career in a supportive and ambitious finance team, we want to hear from you!

Our client is a growing Group business with a strong presence across the North and a well-established local reputation. We are seeking a detail-driven Assistant Accountant to join their busy finance team at the Carlisle Head Office. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with numbers, solving problems, and producing accurate, high-quality financial information. You will be part of a supportive, values-led team where you can continue developing your finance career while contributing to ongoing improvements across the business.Typical duties will include;Bank reconciliations and ledger maintenanceRaise and process invoices, including consolidated invoicingCredit control and supplier remittancesJournals, accruals, prepayments and month-end supportMaintain the Fixed Asset RegisterPrepare analysis and support wider finance tasks as neededSkills / experience we're looking for;AAT qualified (or equivalent experience)Strong Excel and accounting systems skillsStrong communicator with the ability to liaise effectively with customers and stakeholdersAccurate, analytical and highly organised individualAble to work independently and as part of a teamComfortable working with data and IT systemsWilling to study towards CIMA/ACCA (study support provided)Salary / benefits package;Salary £ per annumHours - 37 per week - Monday to Thursday 08.30-5pm, 4.30pm finish FridayHolidays 25 days plus banks, option for additional leave Company pensionCycle to work schemeEmployee discountHealth & wellbeing programmeOn-site parkingFurther softer benefitsWhat you need to do nowTo discuss the full job description and for a confidential conversation, call us directly on If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Assistant AccountantAnnual Salary: £28,000–£32,000+ (depending on experience)Location: CarlisleContract: PermanentJob Type: Full-timeJoin a well-established organisation as an Assistant Accountant. This permanent role offers an excellent opportunity for a detail-driven individual to develop professionally within a busy finance team. Working closely with the Management Accountant, you will provide essential support across ledgers, month-end processes, reporting, and general finance operations.Day-to-day of the role:Ledgers & Cashbook:Post and reconcile group bank accounts.Raise ad-hoc invoices and process large consolidated invoice imports.Conduct timely credit control for all raised invoices.Create new ledger accounts and issue new contracts/service agreements.Send customer communications, post journals, including monthly accruals and prepayments.Prepare weekly BACS runs for approval and upload, and issue supplier remittances.Complete month-end closure of group ledgers and data transfer to the nominal ledger.Month-End Accounts:Maintain and update the Fixed Asset Register.Post depreciation and prepayment journals, and maintain schedules.Prepare accruals and post to the nominal ledger.Support the Management Accountant in producing the management accounts pack.Assist in variance investigation and reporting.General Duties:Produce analysis and reports as required.Support colleagues and provide departmental cover when needed.Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with finance and GDPR regulations.Uphold strong Health & Safety practices.Required Skills & Qualifications:AAT qualification or relevant demonstrable experience.Willingness to continue progressing toward CIMA/ACCA (study support available).Strong Excel skills.Experience using accounting systems (Pegasus Opera desirable).Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, etc.).Understanding of GDPR and data privacy standards.Strong attention to detail and a methodical, analytical mindset.Enjoys problem-solving and taking ownership of tasks.Works well under pressure, meeting deadlines with accuracy.Comfortable working both independently and within a team.Confident using IT systems.Benefits:Competitive salary with potential for progression.Study support for further qualifications (CIMA/ACCA).Opportunity to work in a supportive and dynamic environment.Involvement in a wide range of financial operations, offering broad experience and professional growth.Interested? Apply today.