Accounts Assistant

Prestige Recruitment Group; Cheadle Hulme; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services organization is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join their team in Cheadle Hulme. This full-time, permanent position involves processing accounts payable, supporting month-end closing activities, and ensuring compliance with policies. Ideal candidates will demonstrate a commitment to accuracy in data entry and possess good organizational skills. Whether you're experienced in finance or just starting your career, this role offers valuable training and experience with accounting software.

Qualifications

• Experience in a finance or accounts department is desirable but not essential.
• Ability in data entry with high accuracy.
• Knowledge of accounts payable processes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable transactions accurately.
• Perform data entry tasks related to invoices and payments.
• Support month-end closing activities and report preparation.
• Ensure compliance with organisational policies.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Proactive

Data entry accuracy

Organisational skills

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Accounts Assistant - £27,000

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Assistant to join our finance team. The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting the organisation’s financial operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in data entry, accounts payable, and utilisation of various accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Assist with processing accounts payable transactions accurately and promptly.
• Perform data entry tasks related to invoices, payments, and other financial documents with high attention to detail.
• Support month-end closing activities by reconciling accounts and preparing reports.
• Collaborate with the finance team to ensure compliance with organisational policies and procedures.
• Help in managing supplier and vendor communications regarding payments and account queries.
• Contribute to maintaining organised financial documentation for audit purposes.
• Assist with ad hoc administrative tasks related to finance operations as required.

Experience

• Previous experience working within a finance or accounts department is desirable but not essential; training will be provided.
• Proven ability in data entry with high accuracy and organisational skills.
• Knowledge of accounts payable processes and financial services industry practices is preferred.
• Experience working with multiple accounting platforms will be considered a strong asset. This role offers an engaging environment for aspiring finance professionals eager to develop their expertise in a dynamic organisation while supporting essential financial functions through effective software utilisation and meticulous data management.

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent