Accounts Assistant

Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG2 8RB (2 mins walk from Hornbeam Park train station)
Job type: Permanent
Hours: Part-time (20-25 hours per week)
Salary: up to £27,000 pro rata (dependent on experience)

Start date: Immediate

The Accounts Assistant will join a growing team in our busy Finance Department. You will report into and directly support the Management Accountant, with responsibility for data entry, payment processing and daily bank reconciliation and month end processes. You will also manage debt collection and assist with the day-to-day administration of the Finance department, including reporting. This is a fast-paced role in an ambitious and growing business. All training provided. This is office-based in Harrogate, North Yorkshire.

Accounts Assistant Responsibilities:

• Data entry including processing bank payments and receipts
• Daily bank reconciliation
• Assist with production of monthly management accounts
• Issue and control certain scheduled reports
• Ensure customers pay on time and chase any overdue invoices
• Raising sales ledger invoices
• Generally, assist with day-to-day operations of the Finance department, including filing and report generation
• Working to and meeting Consumer Duty requirements

Accounts Assistant Requirements:

• Excellent teamwork, organisation and communication skills
• Analytical skills and an eye for detail
• Familiarity with data entry
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise projects to meet tight deadlines
• Experience using Excel and other accounting software – experience of Xero although not necessary is a distinct advantage
• Ability to complete tasks while maintaining all confidentiality requirements

About Synergy Car Leasing:

Synergy Car Leasing is one of the leading automotive finance and credit brokers in the UK, offering vehicle leasing and contract hire to both personal and business clients.

Synergy Car Leasing, established in 2006, is one of the leading vehicle leasing providers in the UK. We’ve achieved the Feefo 10 Years of Excellence Award, for over a decade of best-in-class customer service. We're Feefo 5 Star Rated by our customers. Synergy has been awarded Broker of the Year 2025 and 2024 by Broker News. A member of the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVRLA), Synergy is committed to the highest standards of service, fair terms & transparency.

You will be looking for a challenging role where your contribution is recognised and rewarded within a dynamic environment. We want our people to achieve their goals and dreams, believing in a team-work culture where personal growth and potential are valued. Our well-located office is based in Hornbeam Park, Harrogate (HG2 8RB), 2 mins walk from Hornbeam Park train station, on the Leeds side of Harrogate close to Leeds Road, also with free car parking.

You may also have experience in the following: Finance Assistant, Finance Administrator, Finance Officer, Accounts Assistant, Accounts Administrator, Accounts Payable Assistant, Assistant Accountant, AAT, Purchase Ledger Clerk, etc.

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