Accounts Assistant

Gold Group; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Accounts Assistant in Lichfield to support the finance team with various tasks including reconciliation and purchase ledger management. This role offers opportunities for professional growth and mentorship while working in a collaborative environment. Candidates should be AAT qualified with relevant finance experience.

Benefits

Health, dental, and retirement plans

Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement

Engage in groundbreaking engineering projects

Work alongside industry experts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in reconciliation and purchase ledger work.
• Strong numerical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the purchase ledger and provide cover for the finance assistant.
• Reconcile supplier statements and assist with month-end processes.
• Support payment forecasting and manage credit card expenses.

Skills

Accounts

Purchase Ledger

Forecasting

Reconciliation

Suppliers

Prepayments

Accruals

AAT

IFS

Concur

Education

AAT qualified

Tools

IFS

Concur

Job description

Job Title: Accounts Assistant

Location: Lichfield

Salary: DOE

Key Skills: Accounts, Purchase Ledger, Forecasting, Reconciliation, Suppliers, Prepayments, Accruals, AAT, IFS, Concur

The Role:

Reporting to the Financial Accountant, the successful candidate will be a team player responsible for reconciling supplier statements, supporting the purchase ledger, and handling other ad hoc finance tasks.

To be considered for this role, you should have proven experience in reconciliation and purchase ledger work, and be comfortable working to strict deadlines. A keen eye for detail, flexibility, and a collaborative attitude are essential.

This position offers the chance to broaden your finance experience under the mentorship of an experienced line manager, with exposure to a wide range of finance responsibilities. It's a great opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their finance career. Financial support for further qualifications will be considered upon successful completion of the probationary period.

So, what will you be doing as an Accounts Assistant?

• Assist with the purchase ledger and provide cover for the finance assistant
• Support payment forecasting and assist with payment runs
• Manage credit card and cash expenses using the Concur system; provide user support and training where needed
• Reconcile supplier statements
• Assist with month-end processes including accruals, prepayments, and variance reporting
• Provide cover for other finance department duties as needed
• Support with the annual audit process
• Carry out any other duties reasonably required by management

What are we looking for in our next Accounts Assistant?

• Previous experience in a similar finance role
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact at all levels
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• A team-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently
• Strong numerical skills and attention to detail
• Fully AAT qualified (minimum)
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as IFS
• Experience with the Concur system ideal

Perks and Benefits:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and retirement plans to support your well-being.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.
• Cutting-Edge Projects: Engage in groundbreaking engineering projects that impact the industry.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside industry experts in a dynamic and innovative setting.

PLEASE NOTE

Active Security Clearance (SC) or eligibility to gain is required to be considered for this vacancy

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