Accounts Assistant

Michael Page Finance; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to work

Private health care

Potential study support

Job summary

Michael Page Finance in Cardiff is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support the accounting and finance team in a well-established business services environment. You will handle day-to-day financial tasks to help keep balances accurate and operations running smoothly.

The role covers processing invoices and payments, reconciling bank statements, assisting with management reports, and supporting month-end close, with opportunities for study support and a company cycle-to-work scheme.

Qualifications

• Understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Experience using accounting software and financial systems.
• Strong numerical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices and payments accurately and on time.
• Reconcile bank statements and monitor accounts for discrepancies.
• Assist with preparing financial reports and management accounts.
• Maintain and update financial records in line with company policies.
• Support the month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Respond to internal and external financial queries promptly and professionally.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure compliance with accounting regulations.
• Provide general administrative support to the accounting and finance team.

Job description

The Accounts Assistant role in Cardiff is all about keeping things running smoothly in the accounting and finance department of a business services organisation. You'll handle day-to-day financial tasks, helping to ensure everything balances and operates efficiently.

Client Details

As a business services organisation based in Cardiff.Our client is a well-established international organisation that delivers specialist services to governments, public sector bodies, and global businesses across Europe. With a collaborative and supportive culture, they combine the stability of an established business with the opportunity to gain exposure to international operations, making it an excellent environment for career development and long-term growth.

Description

• Process invoices and payments accurately and on time.
• Reconcile bank statements and monitor accounts for discrepancies.
• Assist with preparing financial reports and management accounts.
• Maintain and update financial records in line with company policies.
• Support the month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Respond to internal and external financial queries promptly and professionally.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure compliance with accounting regulations.
• Provide general administrative support to the accounting and finance team.

Profile

A successful Accounts Assistant should have:

• A good understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Experience using accounting software and financial systems.
• Strong numerical skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a willingness to learn.

Job Offer

• Salary of £30,000
• Yearly bonus.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Private health care.
• Potential study support.