Accounts Assistant

Barclay Meade; Rugeley; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Accounts Assistant for their Finance team in Rugeley. The role includes critical responsibilities such as bank reconciliation, purchase ledger management, and supporting audit processes. This position offers opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment, including hybrid working options. If you are AAT qualified and have relevant experience, apply to join their dynamic team.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development and training opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive work environment

Financial support for further education

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Accounts Assistant is essential.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail required.
• Ability to work under deadlines and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with Purchase Ledger and finance assistant duties.
• Managing payments and reconciling supplier statements.
• Assisting with the Annual Audit and month-end processes.

Skills

Bank Reconciliation

Purchase Ledger

AAT

ERP Systems

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

Concur

IFS (ERP System)

Job description

Job summary

Our client is currently seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their Finance team in Rugeley. This role will play a critical part in supporting their mission to provide cutting-edge technology for naval forces worldwide.

Key skills required for this role

Bank Reconciliation, Purchase Ledger, AAT, ERP Systems

Important

Bank Reconciliation, Purchase Ledger, AAT, ERP Systems

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting with the Purchase Ledger and covering for the finance assistant
• Assisting with payment forecasting and payment runs
• Managing credit card and cash expenses using the Concur system and providing necessary training and support
• Reconciling supplier statements
• Assisting with the month-end process, including accruals and prepayments, and preparing variance schedules
• Providing cover for other relevant tasks within the department
• Assisting with the Annual Audit
• Carrying out any other duties as reasonably required by Management

Job Requirements:

• Previous experience in a similar role is essential
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with personnel at all levels
• Ability to work effectively under strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong numerical skills with excellent attention to detail
• Fully AAT qualified as a minimum
• Ability to work both as part of a team and on your own initiative
• Knowledge of ERP systems such as IFS is preferred
• Knowledge of Concur system is preferred

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity for professional development and training
• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and remote options
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Financial support towards further Finance education after a successful probation review

If you are an experienced Accounts Assistant ready to take the next step in your finance career, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team in Rugeley and contribute to safeguarding navies worldwide.