Accounts Assistant

ACCA Careers; Bedford; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCA Careers is offering an exciting opportunity for an Accounts Assistant in Bedford. This role provides vital support to the Accounting & Finance department, ensuring accurate financial management and reporting. Ideal candidates will be proactive, detail-oriented and possess strong accounting software skills, making this an excellent stepping stone in one's finance career.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Generous holiday leave entitlement

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• AAT Studier or relevant experience required.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Excel necessary.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and assist in management accounts preparation.
• Process purchase and sales invoices with timely data entry.
• Perform daily bank reconciliations and manage petty cash.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Proactive problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

AAT Studier

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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This Accounts Assistant role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in a fast-paced retail environment. The position is based in Bedford and focuses on providing vital support to the Accounting & Finance department.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established organisation in the retail industry, offering a permanent role within their Accounting & Finance department. They are a medium-sized company with a strong reputation for delivering quality products and fostering a professional work environment

Description

Accounts Assistant:

• Maintain accurate financial records and assist in the preparation of management accounts
• Process purchase and sales invoices, ensuring timely and accurate data entry
• Perform daily bank reconciliations and manage petty cash
• Support the month-end and year-end closing processes
• Assist with VAT returns and other statutory reporting requirements
• Reconcile supplier statements and follow up on outstanding issues
• Monitor stock control data and liaise with the operations team regarding variances
• Support payroll processing and employee expense claims
• Maintain financial filing systems and support audit preparation
• Ad hoc duties to support the finance team and wider business functions
  
  

Profile

A Successful Accounts Assistant Should Have

• AAT Studier or relevant experience
• Proficiency in using accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• The ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
  
  

Job Offer

• Competitive salary in the range of £27,000 to £30,000, depending on experience.
• A permanent position within a respected retail company based in Bedford
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Generous holiday leave entitlement.
  
  

This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving team in Bedford. If you're ready to take the next step in your finance career, apply today!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Accounting

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