Accounts Assistant

• Solid finance experience, with hands-on exposure to month-end, financial reporting and reconciliations.
• Advanced Excel skills (lookups, macros, complex data analysis) to turn numbers into meaningful insight.
• Hold an AAT qualification (ideally working towards CIMA/ACCA) or a degree in Accountancy, with practical industrial experience.
• Clear and confident communication skills, to collaborate with cross-functional teams, suppliers and external auditors.
• Stay organised under pressure, juggling multiple deadlines while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and compliance with tax, pension and statutory requirements.
• Ideally, add extra value with experience in manufacturing/FMCG and familiarity with Business Central or similar ERP systems.

Natures Aid, part of STADA Group was established in 1981 and is a leading UK manufacturer of Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements to health food stores, pharmacies, e-commerce and grocery, with over 200 products throughout 15 main health categories. Together we are shaping the future of Natures Aid by living our values of Integrity, Entrepreneurship, Agility and One STADA.

Step into a key role at the heart of our business. As our Accounts Assistant, you'll be a vital member of a busy Finance team, working closely with the Head of Finance to keep our numbers sharp and our decisions informed.

You'll own the production of accurate, timely financial and accounting information, following clear, agreed procedures - and making sure the business has the insight it needs to perform, grow and stay in control.

• Drive the month-end process - from journals, intercompany reconciliations and foreign currency entries to stock valuation and commercial business packs.
• Own key reconciliations, including debtors, creditors, bank accounts and fixed assets, ensuring accurate records, depreciation entries and robust cashflow reporting.
• Prepare high-impact reports for management, covering financial performance, flash sales and liquidity, with both actuals and forecasts.
• Handle critical compliance tasks, including PAYE, AEO, Corporation Tax, P11D payments and pension contributions, supporting year-end stocktake and audit activities.
• Act as a key point of contact for suppliers and internal teams, coordinating payments, resolving unmatched deliveries and managing specialist reporting (e.g. Amazon rebates, STADA).
• Champion strong financial controls and continuous improvement, maintaining high standards across the Finance department while providing cover and support for colleagues.

Kirkham, Preston |U.K.| Full-time | Permanent | Hybrid working