Accounts Assistant

Start Date: 01.03.2025

Location: Sheffield, S9 1XT

Salary: £26,000 (depending on experience)

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Are you detail-oriented, proactive, and passionate about numbers and organisation? If you enjoy working in a dynamic team environment, handling finances, and contributing to the smooth running of operations, Ancient Wisdom wants YOU to join us as our new Accounts Assistant!

Who We Are: 

At Ancient Wisdom, we’ve been supplying wholesale gifts and crafting aromatherapy and home fragrance products for over 20 years. Operating from our modern 100,000 sq ft distribution warehouse in Sheffield, we stock nearly 10,000 product lines and supply the gift trade throughout Europe. From candles and crystals to home décor and well-being products, we’re a fast-growing company looking for a dedicated Accounts Assistant to join our Finance team.

About the Role:

As an Accounts Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in our Finance team, supporting the Head of Finance and ensuring smooth financial operations. This is an exciting opportunity to take your accounting skills to the next level in a vibrant, supportive workplace.

Your Responsibilities:

• Dealing with suppliers.
• Comparing Invoices to Delivery Notes and Purchase Orders.
• Inputting Supplier Invoices.
• Checking Supplier Statements.
• Making payments, both international and internal.
• Assisting with Credit Control.
• Emailing Remittances.
• Maintaining the Fixed Asset Register. 
• Checking and comparing courier invoices.
• Assisting with payroll setup and preparation.
• Filing and sorting.
• Liaising with other departments as and when required.
• You will work closely with Head of Finance, assisting in various aspects of running the companies within the Group, including liaising with our foreign sites.

Schedule:

• Full-time, Permanent 
• Day shift, Monday to Friday (8am to 4.30pm)
• No weekends

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous accounting experience: 1 year (required)
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (required).
• AAT qualified or currently studying AAT (desirable).
• Familiarity with Sage software is a bonus.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills.
• A proactive team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Perks & Benefits:

• Salary: £26,000 (depending on experience) + yearly bonuses 
• Holidays: 28 days including Bank Holidays
• Pension Scheme: A secure pension plan to support your future.
• Employee discounts 
• Chillout zones with games & TV 
• Pizza Days, Vitamin Days, and Team Building events 
• Free parking and easy access to public transport
• Growth Opportunities: A chance to develop your skills and progress in a thriving business.
• Casual dress & fun workplace vibes 

How to Apply:

If you’re ready to bring your accounting expertise and enthusiasm to our team, send us your CV (care@ancientwisdom.biz).

Let’s shape the future together at Ancient Wisdom—where your skills and passion make a difference every day!

Expected Start Date: 01.03.2025

Take the next step in your career with a company that values your skills and offers growth opportunities. We can’t wait to meet you!