Accounts Assistant

The Veterinary Defence Society Ltd; Knutsford; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary insurance is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join their Finance Team. This role involves managing purchase and sales ledger functions, ensuring accurate payment processing, and supporting the finance department in delivering exceptional service to its members. The ideal candidate will possess strong organisational and communication skills, along with a can-do attitude. With a commitment to equality and a focus on team collaboration, this opportunity offers a fulfilling career path within a supportive environment. Enjoy benefits like a competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, and hybrid working options.

Benefits

30 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life Insurance

EAP Scheme

Parking (if in the office)

10% Non-Contributory Pension

Private Medical Insurance (AXA)

Health Cashplan

Optical Scheme

Menopause Support

Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, and Parental Leave

Qualifications

• Ideally AAT qualified with strong IT skills, especially in Microsoft Office.
• Experience in finance roles such as Accounts Assistant or Finance Administrator.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for Purchase and Sales Ledger processing and payment allocation.
• Handle accounts queries, statement reconciliations, and liaise with other departments.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Numeracy

Ability to meet deadlines

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

Sage

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you numerate and have attention to detail?

Great organisational and communication skills?

This could be the ideal role for you!

A great new opportunity has arisen to join our Finance Team. You will report to the Management Accountant and be responsible for the Purchase / Sales Ledger function and supporting the finance department so we can effectively serve our members.

Key Tasks of Accounts Assistants:

• Purchase ledger processing
• Sales ledger processing
• Collate and organise payment runs
• Payment allocation
• Claims payment processing
• Credit control
• Other Administration tasks as required
• Handling Accounts Queries
• Statement Reconciliations
• Liaising with other departments via phone and Teams
• Checking and actioning emails in the Accounts inbox
• Filing and ad hoc duties as needed
• Good IT skills and a working understanding of Excel

Candidate Requirements:

• Ideally AAT qualified
• Sage experience (desirable but not essential)
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Can-do attitude
• Numerate
• Strong IT skills, especially Microsoft Office
• Strong organisation and communication skills
• Comfortable with Debits and Credits concepts
• Ability to meet strict deadlines
• Ability to work with a diverse team
• Exhibit professional ethics

What We Offer:

• 30 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Competitive salary
• Life Insurance
• EAP Scheme
• Parking (if in the office)
• 10% Non-Contributory Pension
• Private Medical Insurance (AXA)
• Health Cashplan
• Optical Scheme
• Menopause Support
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, and Parental Leave
• Hybrid working
• Charity/Volunteering Day
• Buy Holidays scheme
• Cycle2Work Scheme
• Company social events
• A fulfilling and stimulating career

We are committed to equality and diversity. We ensure job standards are relevant to the role and do not discriminate based on gender, age, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, or social status.

As part of the recruitment process, we collect and process personal data in compliance with data protection laws. The role is subject to a satisfactory DBS check. No external agencies please. UK-based candidates only.

About Us:

The Veterinary Defence Society (VDS), established in 1865, is a mutual insurance company run by experienced veterinary surgeons. We insure most practicing vets against negligence claims, handle cases with experienced veterinary claims managers, defend reputations, and provide legal support and guidance to our members.

You may have experience as an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk, Purchase/Sales Ledger Clerk, Finance Administrator, Credit Control Clerk, Bookkeeper, Finance Clerk, Accounting Technician, AAT Qualified Accountant, Accounts Administrator, or Junior Accountant.