Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant - Travel Sector
Location: Market Harborough
Salary: Up to £27,000
Employment Type: Permanent
Working Arrangement: Hybrid (3 days in the office, 2 days from home)

Macildowie are working with this client based in Market Harborough, a purpose-led organisation in the travel industry that's redefining what it means to deliver meaningful and impactful experiences. This business combines global travel with community engagement, and they're looking for people who want to be part of something greater than themselves.

They are now seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their collaborative finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow within a values-driven business where learning, development, and purpose are central to the culture.

The Role:
You'll support day-to-day transactional finance functions across both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. This role provides strong scope for development, with clear progression and structured learning pathways built in.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Processing purchase invoices and credit notes
• Preparing and assisting with weekly and ad hoc supplier payment runs
• Supplier statement reconciliations and resolving queries
• Responding to supplier and internal stakeholder queries
• Bank reconciliations and posting cash transactions
• Allocating and reconciling customer payments
• Raising VAT invoices and travel agent statements
• Processing customer credits, refunds and cancellation adjustments
• Handling AR inbox and supporting timely resolution of billing queries
• Preparing aged debt reports and supporting collections
• Assisting with month-end close and audit activities
• Contributing to improvements across finance processes and controls

Why Work With Us?

• Be part of a purpose-driven business with a genuine one-team culture
• Paid Learning Journey - every year you'll have the chance to travel (for free!) to experience one of the company's incredible holidays
• Up to 5 paid learning days annually
• Ongoing Vocational Learning Support tailored to your development
• Opportunity to influence change and grow your career in a supportive environment

What's On Offer:

• Salary up to £27,000
• Hybrid working - 3 days in the office, 2 from home
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + birthday off
• Option to buy additional leave (up to 1 week)
• 1 charity day per year for volunteering
• Up to 6 days carer's leave (paid)
• Medicash health & wellbeing plan
• Life assurance - 4x salary
• 24/7 GP access & Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Generous travel industry discounts for you, your friends & family
• Flexible working options throughout your career

This is the ideal opportunity for someone early in their finance career looking for development, purpose, and the chance to experience the product first-hand.

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