Recruiter Howett-Thorpe Recruitment Consultants Limited
Our client is a leading IT organisation that is looking for a detail oriented and proactive Accounts Assistant to join the finance team. This is an office-based role, ideal for someone with 1-2 years of experience in an accounts position who is eager to develop their skills and grow within a supportive and collaborative team.
Accounts Assistant - About The Role
The Accounts Assistant will play a key role in supporting the Finance Manager with a range of accounting and administrative tasks.
Key responsibilities:
* Processing purchase invoices and reconciling supplier statements
* Advising on credit risk, monitoring and chasing outstanding customer payments
* Sales ledger management, including raising customer invoices and credit notes
* Perform bank reconciliations
* Data entry and maintaining accurate financial records
* Monitoring accuracy of financial data supplied to parent company
* Assisting in the preparation of VAT returns, undertaking VAT reconciliation and overseeing monthly VAT payments
* Assisting with month-end processes, including journals and accruals.
* Commission calculations and supporting payroll preparation.
* General office administration related to finance.
* Assisting in the annual audit process and preparation of annual financial statements
The successful Accounts Assistant will have/be:
* Previous experience in an accounting role
* Good understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles
* Proficiency in Excel and accounting software
* Strong attention to detail and accuracy
* Ability to manage time effectively and prioritise tasks
* Good communication skills
* AAT qualified or studying towards it
* Experience in the distribution/logistics sector is desirable
Accounts Assistant - Benefits
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
* 10% company bonus
* Pay care scheme
* Pension scheme
* Regular social events
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