Accounts Administrator

Red Recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-respected independent insurance broker in Bristol is seeking an Accounts Administrator to join their finance team. This role is crucial for maintaining smooth financial operations, including reconciliations and ledger management. Ideal candidates should have at least three years of relevant experience and possess strong interpersonal skills.

Benefits

24 days of holiday allowance per year

One lifestyle hour per month

24/7 online GP including 10 sessions with a mental health professional

Paid accountancy qualifications up to level 6

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' experience in a similar role.
• Basic understanding of spreadsheets and accounting software is required.

Responsibilities

• Daily posting of cash receipts, payments, and journals.
• Ensuring that insurer accounts are reconciled monthly.
• Assisting with monthly client money calculations and Group Payroll processes as required.

Skills

Accounting Software

Reconciliation Process

Communication

Microsoft Office

Job description

Red Recruitment is recruiting an Accounts Administrator to join our client in Bristol City Centre.

Our client is one of the South West's largest independent insurance brokers, providing bespoke insurance and risk management advice to several niche industries. You will be an integral part of the finance team, your expertise will ensure smooth financial operations, from reconciling insurer accounts to maintaining purchase ledgers and providing crucial management information.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced individual looking to join this thriving and well-respected business. The salary is 30,000 - 38,000 per annum.

Benefits and Package for an Accounts Administrator:

• Salary: 30,000 - 38,000 per annum
• Hours: Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm
• Contract: Permanent
• Location: Bristol City Centre
• Hybrid Working Model (after probation period)
• 24 days of holiday allowance per year
• One lifestyle hour per month
• 24/7 online GP including 10 sessions with a mental health professional
• Paid accountancy qualifications up to level 6

Key Responsibilities of an Accounts Administrator:

• Daily posting of cash receipts, payments, and journals
• Daily maintenance and balancing of the cashbook, reconciling payments with unpaid invoice records, and daily banking into the Office and Client accounts
• Ensuring that insurer accounts are reconciled monthly and paid strictly within the terms of credit that apply, and querying any ledger anomalies immediately
• Assisting with the general accounts department administration as directed by your manager
• Assisting with monthly client money calculations and Group Payroll processes as required
• Promptly dealing with all queries from insurers and colleagues

Key Skills and Experience of an Accounts Administrator:

• You should have at least 3 years' experience in a similar role
• Having a basic understanding of spreadsheets, accounting software, and the reconciliation process is required
• You should have an understanding of Microsoft Office products
• The ability to liaise with colleagues and prioritise workload is essential

If you are interested in this position and have the relevant skills and experience required, please apply now!

Red Recruitment (Agency)