Accounts Assistant

Very Group; Derby; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking an accountant to support financial operations by performing a variety of accounting tasks. The role involves ensuring the accuracy of financial statements, recording transactions, and liaising with other departments. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of double entry bookkeeping and be working towards an accounting qualification. Benefits include a flexible working model, generous holiday allowance, and access to learning resources.

Benefits

Flexible, hybrid working model

£250 flexible benefits allowance

27 days holiday + bank holidays

Udemy learning access

Bonus potential

Up to 25% discount on Very.co.uk

Matched pension up to 6%

Qualifications

• Understanding of double entry bookkeeping required.
• Working knowledge of Excel is essential.
• Experience in Oracle and OBIEE is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for accurate recording of transactions in the general ledger.
• Performing balance sheet reconciliations and supporting VAT returns.
• Liaison with other departments for cash and customer-related information.

Skills

Double entry bookkeeping

Excel

Oracle

OBIEE

Education

AAT or other accounting qualification

Job description

Internal use only – Grade H

About us

We areThe Very Groupand we’re here to help families get more out of life. We know that our customers work hard for their families and have a lot to balance in their busy lives. That’s why we combine amazing brands and products with flexible payment options onVery.co.ukto help them say yes to the things they love. We’re just as passionate about helping our people get more out of life too; building careers with real growth, a sense of purpose, belonging and wellbeing.

About the team

Supporting the financial operations of TVG by performing a wide range of accounting tasks. They are responsible for the accuracy of financial statements and information by ensuring accurate recording of transactions.

About the role

• Responsible for a wide range of accounting tasks.
• Responsible for the accurate recording of transactions in the general ledger.
• Liaison with other departments within the company to pass on cash and customer related information.
• Performing balance sheet reconciliations.
• Supporting the VAT returns.
• Stock transactions and reconciliations.
• Responsible for Oracle controls – eg opening & closing the ledger.
• Responsible for Oracle access – giving people access/ signing limits/ DLA’s.
• Responding to audit requests forinformation and answering queries

About you

• An understanding of double entry book keeping is required, ideally also working towards AAT or other accounting qualification.
• Working knowledge of Excel is a key requirement.
• Experience in Oracle and OBIEE
• The role requires understanding of our business operations relating to banking, customer receipts & adjustments, and supplier payments.

Some of our benefits

• Flexible, hybrid working model
• Inclusive culture and environment, check out our Glassdoor reviews
• £250 flexible benefits allowance to suit your needs
• 27days holiday + bank holidays
• Udemy learning access
• Bonus potential (performance and business-related)
• Up to 25% discount on Very.co.uk

• Matched pension up to 6%
• More benefits can be foundon our career site

How to apply

Please note that the talent acquisition team are managing this vacancy directly, and if successful in securing this role, you will be required to undertake a credit, CIFAS, Right to Work checks and if a specific requirement of your role a DBS (criminal records) check. Should your application progress we require you to let the team know if there is anything you need to disclose in relation to any of these checks prior to them being undertaken, including any unspent criminal convictions.

What happens next?

Our talent acquisition team will be in touch if you’re successful so keep an eye on your emails! We’ll arrange a short call to learn more about you, as well as answer any questions you have. If it feels like we’re a good match, we’ll share your CV with the hiring manager to review. Our interview process is tailored to each role and can be in-person or held remotely.

You can expect a one-stage interview process for this position:

1st stage - A one-hour formal interview where you can expect both competency and technical questions.

As an inclusive employer please do let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments.

If you'd like to know more about our interviews, you can find out here.

Equal opportunities

We’re an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.