Accounts Assistant (Part-Time ~20 hours per week)
MDA Space Farnborough, England, United Kingdom
Role Overview
Accounts Assistant supporting day‑to‑day accounting function.
Responsibilities
* Accounts Payable – Input all invoices, deal with supplier queries, match invoices with delivery notes and reconcile statements.
* Expenses – Check all employee expenses and receipts in line with company policy, source approvals and input them into the accounting system.
* Bank Transactions – Post all bank transactions within the accounting system and reconcile records and bank balances.
* Posting and reconciliation of credit card expenses.
* Complete new supplier forms and set them up accurately in the system.
* Procurement – Draft purchase orders for approvals, place orders with suppliers once completed and handle any queries.
* Maintain budget tracker for yearly costs.
* Perform ad hoc duties within the team as required.
Qualifications
* Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
* Good knowledge of Excel and Word and experience working with spreadsheets.
* Ability to work under pressure.
* Studying towards an accounting qualification is an advantage (e.g., AAT).
* Experience working in an accounts team.
* Strong people and communication skills.
* Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
* Strong organisational and multitasking capabilities.
* Experience with ERP systems (Oracle, SAP, Priority, NetSuite) is an advantage.
* Perform ad hoc duties within the team.
BPSS Screening
* Right to work – confirm entitlement to the position, nationality and immigration status.
* Identity – full ID check.
* Criminal records – basic disclosure.
* Employment history – confirmation of past three years of employment (minimum).
* Reference checks.
Equal Opportunity Statement
MDA Space is an equal opportunity employer prizing diversity and inclusion. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants with respect and dignity. If you require assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruitment process, please notify us.
Accommodations
MDA Space is proud to provide accommodation(s) during the recruitment process. If you require any accommodations, please indicate this on your application/cover letter and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.
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