Accounts Assistant

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our finance team. This role is ideal for someone with strong organisational skills who enjoys working with numbers and supporting the day-to-day operations of a busy finance department. The successful candidate will assist with a broad range of accounting and administrative duties, helping to ensure accurate financial records and efficient financial processes across the business.

Benefits:

• 22 days holidays plus bank holidays


• Salary ranging between £26,000 – £30,000 DOE


• Pension


• Healthcare


• Free Parking


• Career Progression

Key Responsibilities for an Accounts Assistant:

• Process purchase and sales invoices accurately and in a timely manner.


• Assist with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities.


• Reconcile supplier statements and customer accounts.


• Process bank transactions and perform bank reconciliations.


• Assist with credit control and the collection of outstanding debts.


• Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems.


• Support month-end and year-end accounting processes.


• Prepare and post journals as required.


• Assist with expense processing and employee reimbursements.


• Respond to finance-related queries from suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders.


• Support the wider finance team with administrative and ad hoc tasks.

Skills and Experience for an Accounts Assistant:

• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Bookkeeping, or similar role.


• Good understanding of basic accounting principles.


• Strong numerical and analytical skills.


• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.


• Strong organisational and time-management skills.


• Good communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Desirable:

• Experience using accounting software such as Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, or Oracle.


• AAT qualification or currently studying towards AAT or a similar accounting qualification.


• Experience supporting month-end processes.

Disclaimer Due to the large number of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to every applicant. If you have not heard from us within two weeks, please consider your application for the currently advertised position unsuccessful. However, we may contact you regarding other suitable roles. We want to emphasize that no wording in this advertisement is intended to discriminate based on gender, marital status, race, religion, ethnicity, age, disability, or sexual orientation. All candidates will be evaluated solely on their merits, qualifications, and ability to fulfil the responsibilities of the role. Recruitment Solutions (NW) LTD operates as an employment agency for both permanent recruitment and temporary placements.

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