Job Description
Robert Half is recruiting for a Finance Assistant to join a international business based in South Birmingham.
Job Opportunity: Part-Qualified or Qualified by Experience Accountant (AAT, CIMA, ACCA)
We are seeking a part-qualified accountant (AAT, CIMA, or ACCA) - or a candidate who is qualified by experience - with strong attention to detail, solid problem-solving skills, and broad experience across various accounting functions. This is a varied and hands-on role supporting both UK and US operations.
Key Responsibilities:
* Perform bank reconciliations for GBP, USD, and EUR accounts
* Process sales and purchase invoices/credit notes
* Post cash receipts and payments to the appropriate ledgers
* Manage credit control, including issuing debtor statements and following up on overdue accounts
* Produce regular cash flow reports
* Demonstrate working knowledge of payroll and PAYE
* Post journals and complete nominal ledger reconciliations
* Assist with weekly and monthly purchase ledger payments and reconcile supplier statements
* Apply job costing methods and help identify losses on individual jobs
* Prepare quarterly VAT returns and ensure VAT compliance
* Support month-end and year-end audit processes
* Use financial software proficiently (e.g. Sage Line 50, QuickBooks, Excel); strong Microsoft Office skills are essential
* Produce and interpret management accounts
* Complete balance sheet reconciliations
* Handle ad hoc accounting tasks as required
Additional Information:
* This role requires communication with external accountants in both the UK and US
* Workload is expected to be divided roughly 50/50 between UK and US responsibilities
Benefits:
* Salary - £30,000 - £34,000
* Study Support if required
* 24 days annual leave + 8 Bank holidays
* Flexible working hours between 7am - 5pm
* Pension
* Parking
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