Accounts Assistant

Red Recruit; Grays; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a versatile Accounts Assistant to join their dynamic finance team. The role involves various accounting functions, including balance sheet reconciliation, payroll control, and managing creditors and debtors. Ideal candidates will have strong attention to detail and an AAT qualification, alongside proficiency in Excel. This opportunity offers a rewarding environment within a growing finance team.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in a range of accounting functions.
• Experience in data analysis and reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conducting balance sheet reconciliations.
• Managing creditors and debtors accounts.
• Liaising with HMRC on tax matters.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excel proficiency

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

Sage 200

Sage 50

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### Job Advertisement: Accounts Assistant (All-Rounder)

**Job Type:** Full-time

**Location:** RM Postcode

We are seeking a versatile Accounts Assistant to join our clients dynamic finance team. The ideal candidate will possess a wide range of accounting skills, with proficiency in various aspects of financial management including balance sheet reconciliation, payroll control, creditors, debtors, and intercompany trading. An AAT qualification would be desirable for this role.

#### Responsibilities for the position of Accounts Assistant (All-Rounder):

- Conducting Balance Sheet reconciliations.

- Managing Fixed Assets records.

- Liaising with HMRC on tax matters.

- Handling Creditors and Debtors accounts.

- Managing intercompany trading transactions.

- Posting Journals and managing variances.

- Month-end processing tasks.

- Importing and reconciling Sales Invoices.

- Generating Purchase Order numbers.

- Inputting and importing Purchase Invoices.

- Posting and allocating Daily Cash receipts.

- Performing Bank reconciliations.

- Maintaining Sales Ledger Statements and housekeeping.

- Conducting Credit control activities.

- Inputting Duty Sales and managing VAT.

- Reconciling intercompany transactions.

- Processing Bank Transfers (intercompany, BACS, Priority payments).

- Undertaking ad-hoc financial processes as required.

#### Required Skills & Qualifications for the Accounts Assistant (All-Rounder):

- Demonstrable experience in a broad spectrum of accounting functions.

- Proficiency in Excel for data analysis and reporting.

- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.

- Effective communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

- AAT qualification would be advantageous.

- Experience with Sage 200 and Sage 50 is beneficial.

If you are a well-rounded accounting professional with the skills and experience outlined above, we encourage you to apply for this challenging and rewarding opportunity. Join our finance team and contribute to our continued success.