Accounts Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading aerospace company as an Accounts Assistant in Gloucester. Collaborate with the Financial Controller on various financial activities, ensuring adherence to finance procedures. Enjoy a supportive environment with opportunities for growth and a range of benefits, including a 4.5-day workweek and generous pension scheme.

Benefits

4.5-day workweek with Friday afternoons off

25 days holiday plus UK Bank Holidays

Annual bonus and share scheme options

Generous pension scheme (9% employer contribution)

Life assurance (4x salary)

Onsite parking with EV chargers

Subsidized restaurant

Bicycle storage and showers

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Broad understanding of AR & AP ledgers and general accounting.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Assist with management accounting tasks including journal posting and cash flow forecasting.
• Perform month-end tasks like preparing files for reporting and bank reconciliations.
• Manage sales invoice processing and VAT returns.

Skills

Communication

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

AAT Level 2 qualification

Tools

MS Excel

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Accounts Assistant
Financial expertise that makes flying possible…

Working within the Safran UK Finance team, the Accounts Assistant will support the Financial Controller in providing timely and accurate financial information, ensuring adherence to group finance procedures and internal controls, and playing a pivotal role in financial reporting communication.
Safran UK, based in Gloucester, operates the UK Shared Service Centre, focusing on service delivery across departments such as Transactional Finance, Indirect Procurement, HR, Tax, and International Mobility Management. We promote idea sharing, collaboration, and improved communication to foster better decision-making and innovation.

You will work with a diverse team on various projects, make a tangible impact, and contribute to our business's future. With ongoing investment in our site, you'll have opportunities to learn, grow, and develop your skills within a global aerospace leader. Join us at an exciting time!

What will I be doing?

Collaborate closely with the Financial Controller to handle a wide range of financial activities, including general finance, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and internal controls.

Key Responsibilities & Duties include:

• Assist with management accounting tasks such as journal posting, accruals/prepayments, cash flow forecasting, and audit preparations.
• Perform month-end tasks like preparing files for reporting, GRNI analysis, and bank reconciliations.
• Manage sales invoice processing.
• Complete and submit VAT returns for Safran UK and a small JV.
• Oversee the expenses process, ensuring proper processing and payment of employee expenses.
• Manage the SUK Generic Mailbox and handle incoming queries.

Job Requirements

What do I need to succeed in this role?

- AAT Level 2 qualification
- Broad understanding of AR & AP ledgers and general accounting
- Proficiency with MS Excel, including V-lookups and pivot tables
- Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders
- Strong administrative, numerical, and organizational skills
- Analytical skills encompassing written, graphical, numerical, and statistical data

Safran values diversity and inclusion, believing they strengthen teams. We are committed to fair employment practices for all applicants.

We encourage candidates to apply even if they don't meet 100% of the criteria but can demonstrate relevant skills and experiences. We consider all applicants meeting minimum requirements regardless of age, identity, or background.
If you need reasonable adjustments during the application or hiring process, please contact us for an informal chat. We aim to respond promptly.
Please upload your CV to apply. If your experience matches our needs, our recruitment team will contact you.

Employment offers are subject to security vetting, including possible criminal record checks.
Join Safran and see what we can achieve together!

Additional Benefits

We prioritize our team’s well-being and offer various benefits, including:

- 4.5-day workweek with Friday afternoons off
- 25 days holiday plus UK Bank Holidays, with options to buy extra days
- Annual bonus and share scheme options
- Generous pension scheme (9% employer contribution, rising to 10% with personal contribution)
- Life assurance (4x salary)
- Onsite parking with EV chargers, subsidized restaurant, bicycle storage, and showers
- A range of flexible benefits

Company Information

Safran is a high-technology international group operating in aviation, defense, and space markets. Its purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world through environmentally friendly air transport. With 100,000 employees and €27.3 billion in sales (2024), Safran holds leading positions globally. It is ranked 2nd in TIME magazine’s "World’s best companies 2024" for aerospace and defense.