Accounts Assistant

Michael Page (UK); Newcastle-under-Lyme; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the healthcare sector is looking for an Accounts Assistant in Newcastle-under-Lyme. The successful candidate will manage financial processes like maintaining ledgers and processing payments. The role promises opportunities for professional growth and a supportive work environment, with a hybrid working policy.

Benefits

Hybrid working policy

Onsite parking

Opportunity to study financial qualification

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is required.
• Strong analytical skills are essential.
• Attention to detail and accuracy are critical.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining the sales and purchase ledger.
• Responding to queries and arranging payments.
• Assisting with month-end reporting including bank reconciliations.

Skills

Knowledge of accounting software

Strong numerical skills

Excellent communication skills

High attention to detail

Education

Financial qualification (valued)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

• Fantastic opportunity to work in varied accounts role
• Hybrid working available

About Our Client

Our client is dedicated to delivering high-quality healthcare services. The company prides itself on its commitment to employee development and growth.

Job Description

As an Accounts Assistant, you will report into the Finance Manager, responsible for assisting with the efficient running of the finance function.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: maintaining the sales and purchase ledger; managing and reconciling supplier accounts; responding to queries and arranging payments; raising of sales invoices; monitoring debtor ledger; arrange direct debit collections; allocation of receipts and payments; posting bank transactions; BACs runs; set up and maintain supplier accounts; assist with month end reporting including monthly bank reconciliations; payment processing; monitoring petty cash; expenses processing.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Accounts Assistant should have:

• Knowledge of accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of working in a similar role
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• High attention to detail and accuracy

What's on Offer

• An estimated salary range of £27000-£32000 per annum
• Hybrid working policy, onsite parking, other excellent benefits
• Opportunity to study financial qualification
• A collaborative and supportive company environment
• Opportunities for professional development