Accounts Assistant

Cy Resourcing; Hereford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support timely and accurate accounting functions. Responsibilities include managing ledgers, bank reconciliations, and preparation of cash flow forecasts. The ideal candidate will have AAT qualifications or relevant experience and strong attention to detail. Benefits include 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, pension contributions, and flexible working hours.

Benefits

25 days plus 8 bank holidays

Employer pension contribution of 5%

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Highly motivated with the ability to adapt positively to change.
• Calm, professional demeanor and ability to work on own initiative.
• Excellent organisation, time management, and planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing purchase and sales ledgers.
• Daily and monthly bank reconciliations.
• Preparation of cash flow forecasts.

Skills

Proactive

Organised

Accurate

Efficient

Good communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

AAT Level 3 or 4 qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP Systems

Job description

The Accounts Assistant role is to provide a competent, effective, and timely accounting function. Must be pro-active, organised, accurate, and efficient to successfully support the business.

Key responsibilities include processing the Purchase Ledger monthly within set deadlines, ensuring all information and records are up to date, and supporting the Accounts Office Manager with accounting compliance and the preparation of Management Accounts as required. Flexibility to take on additional tasks as requested by senior management is expected.

Qualifications and skills:

• AAT Level 3 or 4 qualification highly desirable; QBE considered with relevant experience.
• Highly motivated with the ability to adapt positively to change.
• Attention to detail and good communication skills, both face-to-face and via telephone.
• Good listening and questioning skills when given instructions.
• Calm, professional demeanor and ability to work on own initiative.
• Excellent organisation, time management, and planning skills.
• Computer literate, experienced with ERP Systems and Microsoft Excel.

Key duties include:

• Managing purchase and sales ledgers.
• Daily and monthly bank reconciliations.
• Preparation of cash flow forecasts.
• Checking and balancing HMRC VAT certification documents.
• Ordering and returning goods as required.
• Covering for holidays and absences of team members.
• Handling email inquiries, research, and reporting.
• Managing incoming and outgoing post.
• Checking production and error reports.
• Conducting raw material and finished goods stock takes.

Benefits include:

• 25 days plus 8 bank holidays, increasing to 27 days after 5 years of service.
• Employer pension contribution of 5%.
• Standard office hours: Monday to Thursday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, Friday 8:30 am - 2:30 pm (with 30 mins lunch).
• Current flexible working hours for accounts staff: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm, rotating every three weeks to maintain coverage until 5:00 pm.
• Salary competitive and based on experience and level.