Accounts Assistant

Vp plc; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic equipment rental company based in Harrogate is seeking a finance assistant to support the Finance Manager. The role involves managing cashbooks, payment processes, and contributing to audits and reporting. Applicants should possess a finance-related degree or be pursuing relevant accounting qualifications. The company offers extensive benefits including a pension scheme, 25 days holiday, and various discounts and rewards.

Benefits

Salary sacrifice pension

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Cycle to work scheme

Learning & Development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Finance, accounting or other numerical degree or studying towards AAT or ACCA/CIMA.
• Willingness to progress with accounting qualifications.
• Experience in a finance environment is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Own procedures for cashbooks and bank reconciliations.
• Administer requests for payments within deadlines.
• Assist in data compilation for audits and year-end reporting.
• Operate and improve accounting processes.

Skills

Positive attitude

Attention to detail

Competence in Excel

Ability to work on own initiative

Education

Finance, accounting or other numerical degree

Studying towards AAT or other financial qualification

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity to join our busy shared service centre in Harrogate. You will assist the Finance Manager and wider finance team to provide robust and continuously improving accounting and management information to the businesses using the Shared Service Centre.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the procedures for cashbooks and bank reconciliations ensuring they are produced to the standards required and in line with published timetables.
• Administer requests for payments using prescribed procedures within relevant deadlines
• Assist in the compilation of data to support external and internal audit requirements and other information required by Group for year-end reporting
• Operate and improve your own share of accounting processes and provide balance sheet support where relevant
• Ensure appropriate procedure notes are maintained, updated and documented for defined areas of responsibility
• Be involved in key projects within the Finance Team, SSC and the Group as directed

What We\'re Looking For

• Finance, accounting or other numerical degree or studying towards AAT or other financial qualification (e.g. ACCA / CIMA)
• Willingness to progress further with accounting qualifications
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Positive attitude and wish to take responsibility for the quality of customer service provided by the finance team
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good degree of competence in Excel
• Experience of working in a finance environment would be beneficial

What We Can Offer You

• Salary sacrifice pension
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• Additional holiday purchase scheme
• Free Tool Hire
• Life Assurance cover 3x salary
• Share save scheme
• Eye care vouchers
• Recommend a friend scheme
• Learning & Development - commitment to upskilling and developing our people, structured in house training available alongside external training where required
• Cycle to work scheme
• Long service recognition
• My Vp discounts - a variety of discounts and rewards on thousands of well-known brands
• Discounts on HP products
• EE mobile contract discount offers
• Gym discounts
• Health Shield (discounted premiums on health care cash plan)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Virtual GP Service
• Will Writing & Funeral Concierge Service
• Regit Assist 24/7 accident helpline - free joining

A Little Bit About Us

Established in 1954, Vp plc has evolved into a dynamic group of companies with expertise in equipment rental. Our organisation encompasses eleven prominent operating divisions: Airpac Rentals, Brandon Hire Station, Hire Station, MEP Hire, ESS, Groundforce, TPA, Torrent Trackside, Vp Rail, UK Forks and CPH.

Across these divisions, we proudly provide an extensive range of specialist products and comprehensive services tailored to various industries. Our offerings cater to diverse sectors such as construction, civil engineering, rail, water, oil and gas, outdoor events, and housebuilding.

With a rich history and a commitment to excellence, Vp plc is your trusted partner for all your equipment rental needs.

Vp plc is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills.