Accounts Assistant

IAP Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant for a full-time permanent position in Hixon, Staffordshire. Responsibilities include maintaining financial records, managing accounts payable/receivable, and performing reconciliations. Candidates must have experience in a similar role and be proficient in accounting software and Excel. This position offers a competitive salary of GBP24,500 per annum, working a 4-day week, Monday to Thursday.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Accounts Assistant, Bookkeeper, or Accounts Clerk required.
• Experience in using accounting software and competent in Excel.
• Ability to write clear financial reports for stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records using accounting software.
• Perform general ledger accounting and reconciliations.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Conduct bank reconciliation for transaction accuracy.
• Collaborate with departments for financial reporting.

Skills

Accounts Assistant experience

Accounting software proficiency

Excel competency

Financial reporting

Double entry bookkeeping

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an Accounts Assistant to join our client, a UK leading manufacturer within their HQ located in Hixon, Staffordshire. This is a full time permanent role from day one.

Accounts Assistant key job details:

• Monday to Thursday, 07:30 to 17:00
• 4 day week, every week
• Salary: GBP24,500 p/annum
• Permanent job

Accounts Assistant key duties:

• Maintain accurate and up–to–date financial records using accounting software, as well as Excel
• Perform general ledger accounting, including journal entries, account reconciliation, and balance sheet reconciliation.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes to ensure timely payments and collections.
• Conduct bank reconciliation to ensure accuracy in all financial transactions.
• Collaborate with other departments to provide financial reporting and support for decision–making processes.
• Sales order and Purchase order processing and management

Accounts Assistant person specification:

• Previous experience Accounts Assistant, Bookkeeper, or Accounts Clerk role is required
• Experience in using accounting software and be a competent user of Excel
• Familiarity with financial concepts including double entry bookkeeping, debits & credits, and account analysis
• Ability to write clear financial reports that effectively communicate complex information to stakeholders
• Have your own transport due to location of work

If you're interested in this Accounts Assistant role, please apply by clicking the apply now button or by contacting Patrick at IAP Recruitment.