Accounts Assistant

IAP Recruitment LTD; Hixon; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK manufacturer based in Hixon is seeking a full-time Accounts Assistant. The role involves maintaining financial records, managing accounts payable and receivable, and conducting reconciliations. Candidates should have relevant experience and proficiency in accounting software and Excel. The position offers a competitive salary of £24,500 per annum.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Accounts Assistant, Bookkeeper, or Accounts Clerk is essential.
• Familiarity with financial transactions and concepts.
• Own transport is necessary due to work location.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records using accounting software and Excel.
• Perform general ledger accounting including journal entries.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Conduct bank reconciliation.
• Collaborate with other departments for financial reporting.
• Process sales orders and purchase orders.

Skills

Experience using accounting software

Proficient in Excel

Understanding of double entry bookkeeping

Ability to write clear financial reports

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an Accounts Assistant to join our client, a UK leading manufacturer within their HQ located in Hixon, Staffordshire. This is a full time permanent role from day one.

Accounts Assistant key job details:

• Monday to Thursday, 07:30 to 17:00
• 4 day week, every week
• Salary: £24,500 p/annum
• Permanent job

Accounts Assistant key duties:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records using accounting software, as well as Excel
• Perform general ledger accounting, including journal entries, account reconciliation, and balance sheet reconciliation.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes to ensure timely payments and collections.
• Conduct bank reconciliation to ensure accuracy in all financial transactions.
• Collaborate with other departments to provide financial reporting and support for decision-making processes.
• Sales order and Purchase order processing and management

Accounts Assistant person specification:

• Previous experience Accounts Assistant, Bookkeeper, or Accounts Clerk role is required
• Experience in using accounting software and be a competent user of Excel
• Familiarity with financial concepts including double entry bookkeeping, debits & credits, and account analysis
• Ability to write clear financial reports that effectively communicate complex information to stakeholders
• Have your own transport due to location of work

If you're interested in this Accounts Assistant role, please apply by clicking the apply now button or by contacting Patrick at IAP Recruitment.