Overview
We have an opportunity for an Accounts Assistant to join our Head Office team in North Shields. John Lilley & Gillie, founded in 1812, is one of the oldest companies in the North of England. Based in North Shields (with locations in Birmingham, Havant and Singapore), we provide navigation equipment and services globally to ships of all sizes.
Role and location
The role reports to and assists the Management Accountant to provide robust and continuously improving accounting and management information to the business. The Accounts Assistant will assist with entering and using information on Sage 200. The position is based at our North Shields office. Full time is 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Thursday 08:00–16:30 and 08:00–13:30 on Friday. Part-time may be considered for the right candidate.
Duties / responsibilities
* Debtors chasing; timely delivery of statements and reminders
* Supplier payment run preparation for passing to Management
* Support the month-end and year-end close processes
* Assist with payroll and related HMRC filing requirements
* Assist in the preparation of monthly and annual financial reports
* Reconcile bank statements and general ledger accounts
* Process supplier invoices, payments, and expense claims
* Maintain accurate financial records and documentation
* Liaise with internal departments and external auditors
Experience and qualifications
* Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including telephone, with the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships
* AAT qualification or equivalent (or currently studying)
* Minimum 2 years of experience in an accounting / finance role
* Ability to work individually on own initiative or as part of a team as required
* Strong IT skills in all MS Office products, especially intermediate to advanced Excel knowledge and experience
* Experience working with a computerised accounting system (Sage 200 experience a plus)
* Good knowledge and understanding of accounting principles, best practice and VAT regulations
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