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Accounts and Finance Assistant

salary
GBP
£
£
45000
-
50000
per
annum
+
plus package
industry
Construction
role type
Permanent
location
St. Helens, Merseyside
(
England
)
job posted
January 20, 2026
reference
AFAfps2001
Accounts and Finance Assistant

St Helens (Hybrid Working) - Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 + package

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts andamp; Finance Assistant to join a growing finance function based in St Helens. This is a hands-on role supporting day-to-day finance operations across the UK and Europe, ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment.

You will work closely with internal teams, suppliers, and external accountants across several countries, using Xero as the core accounting system. The business operates across the UK and Ireland, with additional activity in Germany, Finland, and Denmark, offering excellent exposure to international finance operations.

Key Responsibilities

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Processing supplier invoices and maintaining accurate purchase ledgers
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Raising and managing sales invoices and supporting sales applications
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Completing bank reconciliations across multiple entities and currencies
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Liaising with suppliers to resolve invoice and payment queries
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Maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records within Xero
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Supporting month-end close and reporting processes
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Working closely with external accountants in Ireland and other European locations
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Assisting with intercompany transactions and reconciliations
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Ensuring compliance with internal finance procedures and deadlines

About You

You will be organised, reliable, and confident working with financial data and accounting systems.

Essential:

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Previous experience in an accounts, finance, or bookkeeping role
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Working knowledge of Xero or similar cloud-based accounting software
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Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
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Confident communication skills when dealing with suppliers and external partners
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Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Desirable:

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Experience working with multiple entities and/or currencies
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Exposure to international or European finance environments
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AAT qualification or currently working towards one
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Experience liaising with external accountants

What We Offer

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Salary of £45,000 - £50,000, plus a competitive benefits package
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Full-time, permanent position
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Hybrid working with flexibility around hours and location
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Supportive and collaborative working culture
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Exposure to international finance operations across Europe
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Opportunity to develop your finance career within a growing and forward-thinking business



Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.

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