Job Description
My client is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Senior Accounts Assistant to join their finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounts professional looking to work in a supportive and collaborative environment with strong career development prospects.
What the Role Involves:
As a Senior Accounts Assistant, you will take ownership of a wide range of accounting duties to ensure accuracy and efficiency across payroll, payments, reconciliations, and VAT compliance. You will be responsible for processing payroll for over 120 staff, managing supplier payments, posting journals, reconciling invoices, and preparing VAT returns, among other key tasks.
Key Responsibilities Include:
1. Payroll processing and payment allocation for 120+ employees
2. Managing supplier payments and purchase ledger tasks
3. Pricing stock, posting and approving journals with accuracy
4. Reconciling subcontractor invoices and bank accounts
5. Preparing VAT returns and supporting regulatory compliance
6. Evaluating and approving new supplier accounts
7. Integrating new customer sites into the accounting system
Who We're Looking For:
8. AAT Level 3 qualified (minimum)
9. Experience using Sage 50 software
10. A meticulous, reliable professional with strong organisational skills
11. Someone who thrives in a busy finance team and can handle multiple priorities with precision
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