Assistant Accountant

About the role

Join a fast‑paced business with an international presence based in Luton. This Assistant Accountant role offers full exposure to purchase and sales ledgers, credit control, multi‑currency accounting and European VAT from day one, with clear pathways to increased responsibility.

Key responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices, credit notes and resolve queries.
• Support payment runs, cash‑flow forecasting and expense management.
• Manage the sales ledger, credit control and customer invoicing systems.
• Reconcile multi‑currency accounts across the UK and Europe.
• Assist with EC Sales Lists, VAT returns and European reporting.
• Support month‑end close, payroll timesheets and related reporting.
• Participate in finance projects and drive process improvements.

Required profile

• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, varied environment.
• Previous finance experience, ideally with some month‑end exposure.
• Interest in developing a long‑term career in finance.

Required skills

What we offer

• Broad exposure across the full finance function.
• Early responsibility with clear progression opportunities.
• International exposure across the UK and Europe.
• Supportive team within a growing business environment.