Job Description

Job Title: Assistant Accountant

Reports To:

Team-leader Business Services

Job Summary:

Sibelco is a global industrial minerals business with operations across the UK. We are seeking an Assistant Accountant to join our finance team at our friendly office at Talke. This role will be responsible for managing and processing accounts payable transactions accurately and efficiently, as well as other monthly accounting tasks such as posting of journals, calculating prepayments and accruals, accounting for inventory and bank reconciliations. This role would suit an AAT qualified or studying member.

Key Responsibilities:

Process and review invoices against purchase orders for approval prior to payment Code invoices to the correct general ledger accounts and cost centers Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies Maintain supplier files and manage supplier relationships Month end accruals, prepayments, inventory adjustments and bank reconciliations.

Qualifications:

Proven experience in an accounts payable or similar accounting role AAT desirable Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel Familiarity with accounting software (SAP advantageous, but not essential) Strong attention to detail and accuracy Excellent organisational and time management skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in a high-volume accounts payable environment Knowledge of general accounting principles and procedures Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Compensation:

Competitive salary based on experience
Job Types: Full-time, permanent

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Employee discount Free parking Sick pay
Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift
Experience:

Accounts payable: 1 year (preferred) SAP HANA: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person to begin. Hybrid possible after 2 months.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Company pension Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay Store discount
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 31/07/2025