Accounts Assistant

Safer Hand Solutions; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading assistance firm in Stoke is seeking an Accounts Assistant to manage invoicing, maintain sales ledgers, and support month-end reporting. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience and be AAT qualified or QBE. This role offers competitive salary, 26 days holiday, and opportunities for professional development within a supportive work culture.

Benefits

26 days holiday (+ Bank Holiday)

Free onsite parking

Training provided

Opportunity for development and progression

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in a similar position.
• Competency in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work accurately under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Raise and process customer invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain the sales ledger and ensure all transactions are correctly recorded.
• Reconcile sales ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies.

Skills

Microsoft Office applications

Strong numerical skills

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

AAT qualified or QBE

Job description

Overview

Accounts Assistant

With a global reputation based on the manufacturing and offering of a high–quality product and excellent service within a niche industry, my client is looking for an Accounts Assistant to join their existing team.

• Stoke
• GBP25k – GBP28k
• 8:30am – 5pm
• Fulltime

Responsibilities

• Raise and process customer invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain the sales ledger and ensure all transactions are correctly recorded.
• Reconcile sales ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• Provide support for month–end reporting relating to revenue and customer accounts.
• Oversee and develop the company\'s credit control processes.
• Monitor customer accounts and ensure timely collection of outstanding balances.
• Liaise with customers regarding payments and account queries.
• Calculate, interrogate and accurately record stock levels.
• Ensure stock records are maintained and reconciled against financial records.
• Prepare and enter journals accurately and on time.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts, including bank accounts and VAT control accounts.
• Support the Company Secretary with the preparation of month–end accounts.
• Assist with additional accounting tasks as required by the Company Secretary.
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures and statutory regulations.
• Continuously look for ways to improve efficiency within the accounts function.

Requirements

To be successful for the position of Accounts Assistant you will have at least 2 years\' experience in a similar position and be AAT qualified or QBE (Qualified by Experience) in a relevant accounting role.

You will also offer

• Competency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work accurately under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Additional Information

• 26 days holiday (+ Bank Holiday)
• 1 hour lunch
• Training provided
• Opportunity for development, progression and will be supported with further studies/qualifications.
• Supportive and approachable management
• Great staff retention levels with a positive and encouraging work culture
• Free onsite parking

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounts professional looking for a long–term position within a fantastic business and team. For more information, please contact Safer Hand Solutions Ltd and ask for Hannah. Or alternatively, please apply directly to be considered. Please note, Safer Hand Solutions are acting as an employment agency on behalf of a client and by applying you agree to register with us and for us to hold your details on file. Due to the volume of applications, we will only contact applicants who have been successfully shortlisted, but may contact you in regards to any other suitable vacancies