Job Description
Sewell Wallis is exclusively recruiting for an Accounts Assistant on behalf of a national construction company, providing a variety of services across various industries. \n\nThis Accounts Assistant role is an exciting West Yorkshire based opportunity to provide accounts and financial support to each of the divisions within the group. \n\nWhat will you be doing?
\n\nProcessing purchase ledger payment runs, along with ad-hoc payments and internal transfers.\nManaging inter-company invoicing and payments.\nPerforming monthly sales invoice reconciliations and supporting the fee process.\nHandling all banking activities, including bank reconciliations.\nEnsuring accurate and timely compliance with tax requirements and filings, such as VAT returns and Corporation Tax.\nManaging payroll for three companies using Sage 50 Payroll.\nPosting payroll and tax journals accurately and ensuring all related liabilities are recorded.\nCollaborating closely with the Finance Assistant and Group Financial Controller to provide ongoing support. What skills do we need? \n\nPrior experience in a similar Accounts Assistant or Finance Officer position.\nProficient in Sage 50 Accounts and Sage 50 Payroll (essential).\nExcellent numerical and analytical skills, with a strong focus on accuracy and attention to detail.\nHighly organised, with the ability to manage and prioritise multiple tasks effectively.\nStrong communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with both internal teams and external stakeholders.\nSolid understanding of accounting principles and best practices.\nFinance or accounting qualifications (AAT, ACCA, CIMA) are advantageous, as is experience within the construction industry - though not essential.
What's on offer?\n\nUp to £40,000 per annum, depending on experience.\n27 days holiday + bank holidays, increasing over time.\nEmployer pension contribution.\nOpportunities for career progression.\nPrivate medical insurance.\n4 x death in service\nA supportive and collaborative work environment. For more information or to apply, please contact Emma Johnsen.\n\nTo apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful.
Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester.
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