Accounts Assistant

Agility Resoucing; Manchester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Agility Resoucing is seeking a driven Accounts Assistant to join a fast-growing insurance firm in Manchester. The role involves managing the purchase ledger, assisting with month-end tasks, and requires strong Excel skills along with an understanding of accounting principles. The company offers full study support, professional development opportunities, and attractive benefits including private medical insurance.

Benefits

Full Study support

25 days holidays + Bank Holidays

Professional Development

Private Medical Insurance

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience working in a finance role.
• Driven and enthusiastic attitude.

Responsibilities

• Own the purchase ledger process from end to end.
• Assist with month-end procedures and reconciliations.
• Engage with stakeholders for query resolution.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to prioritise workloads

Working in a high-pressure environment

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Education

Studying towards a finance qualification

Experience in accounting principles

Job description

Agility is delighted to be working with a multi-award-winning and one of the fastest-growing Insurance companies in the UK. This role is joining a Finance Team of 3 working closely with the Management Accountants and Financial Controller.

They are looking for a driven and enthusiastic Accounts Assistant to join their team. This role is working in a modern office in the heart of Manchester.

What we think you'll love…

• They spare no expense in providing an amazing career experience and offer full study support.
• They love to promote from within - they are firm believers in helping their employees get to their career goals by giving them full support and training.

About you…

They are looking for someone who is driven and has an idea of where they want their career to go, this person should be 'a go-getter' and will go out of their way to go above and beyond and has the drive to do better in everything they do.

• Ability to prioritise workloads and achieve tight deadlines working in a high-pressure environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Understanding of accounting principles gained through experience or qualifications.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a high-performing team.
• Studying towards a finance qualification.
• 2 years' experience working in a finance role.

What you will be doing…

• Own the purchase ledger process from end to end.
• Input bank transactions, post bank transactions and report cash balances.
• Assisting with month-end procedures and reconciliations.
• Provide cover and support within the wider finance team.
• Query resolution engaging with internal and external stakeholders.
• Complete ad-hoc work as needed.

In return, you will receive…

• Full Study support
• 25 days holidays + Bank Holidays
• Professional Development
• Private Medical Insurance

What is next?

• If you are interested in this role please apply now.
• If you would like to find out more then please get in touch.

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