Accounts Assistant
Ref: LS46884
A Japanese manufacturer is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their finance team in the UK. This role is responsible for general finance support and allows for great career progression.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of bookkeeping and reconciliation, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while supporting colleagues across departments.
Contract Type:
Permanent, full-time
Salary:
28 – 30K
Working Hours:
Monday – Friday 8am~4pm (35 hours per week)
Start Date:
ASAP
Location:
Woking (There is a possibility of hybrid working (2 days per week in the office) once the probation period is successfully completed, but not guaranteed
Main Responsibilities
Cashbooks Management
• Maintain cashbooks, post receipts and payments in Sales and Purchase Ledgers, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations on all bank accounts
• Generate reports from accounting software and create BACS payment instructions for authorisation
• Manage petty cash in multiple currencies
Credit Control / Receivables
• Keep Sales Ledger/Receivables up to date with CRM notes
• Generate statements and liaise with customers and Sales Department regarding debtors
• Conduct fortnightly credit control meetings with Finance Manager, Sales and Operations
• Obtain credit reports and trade references for new and existing customers
• Deputise for Finance Manager on credit control in their absence
Purchase Invoices, Payables and Expenses
• Post supplier invoices and liaise with departments for authorisations
• Process supplier and group company payments via BACS
• Manage company credit card and staff expense processes
Sales Ledger
• Ensure accuracy of entries made by Sales Administrators
• Liaise with IT and Data Management staff to resolve issues
VAT Returns
• Prepare monthly VAT analysis and submit VAT Returns
Accounts Administration & Imports/Exports
• Communicate professionally with customers and suppliers
• Support import/export activities including letters of credit
• Assist in budget monitoring for petty cash and departmental expenses
Month-End & Audit Support
• Post journals and assist with reporting
• Provide information for group reporting and audits
• Assist with ad-hoc projects and inter-departmental financial queries
Deputising Head of Department
• Carry out delegated tasks from Managing Director as needed in the absence of Finance Manager
Skills & Qualifications
• Relevant finance or accounting experience preferred
• Studying towards AAT level 2
• Good accounting skills in double-entry bookkeeping and reconciliations
• Strong IT skills with intermediate proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and under pressure
• Flexible team player with excellent organisational skills
* All applicants for the Finance Assistant must have the right to work in the country without any restrictions as the Company is not able to offer visa support.
*We regret that we cannot accept applications from YMS, Graduate or Student visa holders.
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