Location: Leeds (Hybrid) – 2/3 days in the office

Salary: £25 - £28K (DOE)

Due to continued growth and expansion, we seek a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and dependable Accounts Assistant. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-paced, tech-driven environment where finance is not just about reporting but also supporting intelligent decision-making and enabling sustainable growth.

Cognisys is a leading Cyber Security company specialising in Penetration Testing, GRC Consulting, and Managed Security services. We pride ourselves on our customer service, forward-thinking approach, and commitment to excellence. Our small but mighty team works with some of the best-known companies in the world, covering over 30 countries worldwide!

About the Role

As our Accounts Assistant, you’ll support the finance department's day-to-day operations, ensuring accurate financial records, timely transaction processing, and assisting with month-end procedures. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will also interact with colleagues across the business to ensure smooth financial operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Bookkeeping and Record Keeping - Taking ownership to maintain accurate financial records, including recording transactions, processing invoices, credit notes and managing accounts payable/receivable. 
• Invoice and Payment Processing - Prepare and issue accurate customer invoices, including multi-currency billing where applicable. Processing supplier invoices, payments, expense reports, and credit card reconciliations in a timely manner, ensuring full data accuracy. 
• Reconciliation - Reconciling accounts, supplier statements, bank statements, and other financial records promptly, to ensure accuracy, and reconciling discrepancies. Daily / Monthly across various accounts.
• Reporting and Budgeting - Assisting in the preparation of financial reports, budgets, and statements. Assist with the month-end close process.
• Financial Analysis - Analysing financial data, identifying potential errors, and ensuring compliance with company policies. 
• Client and Vendor Communication - Handling communications with clients, vendors, and other stakeholders regarding financial matters. Answering phone calls, responding to emails, and providing general administrative support to the accounting team.
• Administrative Support & Data Entry - Entering information into spreadsheets and accounting software. Maintain well-organised and up-to-date financial records within the accounting software. Ensure customer records are accurately maintained and regularly updated within the finance system.
• Other Duties - Assisting with various other tasks as needed by the accounting team. Supporting staff with travel planning and bookings. Provide support to the Finance Controller with ad hoc reporting, ongoing projects, and initiatives to improve financial processes.

Requirements

Essential

• 3+ years of experience in a similar Accounts Assistant or Finance Administrator role.
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles and double-entry bookkeeping.
• Proficiency with accounting software Xero and Excel.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Proactive and able to take ownership of tasks with minimal supervision.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Desirable

• AAT qualified or qualified by experience.
• Familiarity with multi-currency transactions and international payments.
• Awareness of GDPR and the importance of confidentiality in handling sensitive data.

If you think you can deliver but don't match the criteria above, please don't be put off. We are very open-minded and focus on ability and attitude above skills.

What We Offer

• Annual Leave: 25 days per year, plus UK bank holidays.

• Additional Leave: 1 day of paid leave on your Birthday!

• Heath & Wellbeing: Access to Westfield Health Care Cash Plan and our Employee Mental Health and Wellbeing platform.

• Professional Development: £2,000 annual training budget to support your continued learning and career growth.

• Share Scheme: Eligibility to participate in our EMI share scheme after 18 months of continuous service (subject to company discretion).

• A dynamic and supportive work environment where customer care and innovation drive everything we do.

• Frequent team social events and celebrations.

• Refer a friend bonus scheme, up to £2,000!

Why Join Us?

At Cognisys, you’ll be part of a collaborative and innovative team that values your input and shares support. You'll have the opportunity to work on challenging projects that make a real impact on our clients. We'd love to hear from you if you want to challenge, lead and innovate!

We're not just about the work; we're about the people. Join a team where innovation is celebrated and your contributions are valued. We foster a collaborative environment where fresh ideas thrive and professional growth is encouraged.

Applications

Please feel free to reach out to Dom, our Head of Talent Acquisition, if you would like any further information, to discuss accessibility requirements, or if you require this information provided in an alternative format – hiring@cognisys.co.uk

We welcome applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds and can make various reasonable adjustments to accommodate individual needs.

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