Accounts Assistant

Safer Hand Solutions; Stafford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable manufacturer in Stafford is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support the Company Secretary and manage credit control. The role requires at least 2 years of relevant experience and AAT qualification or equivalent. You'll handle invoicing, ledger maintenance, and ensure compliance with accounting regulations. This position also offers opportunities for growth and development within a positive work culture.

Benefits

26 days holiday (+ Bank Holiday)

Free onsite parking

Training provided

Opportunities for development and further studies

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience in a similar position.
• AAT qualified or QBE in a relevant accounting role.

Responsibilities

• Manage the credit control function and assist with month-end accounts preparation.
• Raise and process customer invoices accurately.
• Maintain the sales ledger and reconcile sales ledger accounts.
• Prepare and enter journals accurately and on time.

Skills

Competency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel

Strong numerical and analytical skills

Excellent organisational and communication skills

Ability to work accurately under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Education

AAT qualified or QBE (Qualified by Experience)

Job description

Overview

Accounts Assistant – With a global reputation based on the manufacturing and offering of a high-quality product and excellent service within a niche industry, my client is looking for an Accounts Assistant to join their existing team.

• Location: Stoke
• Salary: £25k - £28k
• Hours: 8:30am - 5pm
• Contract: Fulltime

Role

The Accounts Assistant will play a key role in supporting the Company Secretary and the Accounts team. This position involves managing the credit control function, ensuring accurate stock records, and assisting with month-end accounts preparation.

• Raise and process customer invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain the sales ledger and ensure all transactions are correctly recorded.
• Reconcile sales ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• Provide support for month-end reporting relating to revenue and customer accounts.
• Oversee and develop the company's credit control processes.
• Monitor customer accounts and ensure timely collection of outstanding balances.
• Liaise with customers regarding payments and account queries.
• Calculate interrogate and accurately record stock levels.
• Ensure stock records are maintained and reconciled against financial records.
• Prepare and enter journals accurately and on time.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts, including bank accounts and VAT control accounts.
• Support the Company Secretary with the preparation of month-end accounts.
• Assist with additional accounting tasks as required by the Company Secretary.
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures and statutory regulations.
• Continuously look for ways to improve efficiency within the accounts function.

Requirements

To be successful for the position of Accounts Assistant you will have at least 2 years' experience in a similar position and be AAT qualified or QBE (Qualified by Experience) in a relevant accounting role.

You will also offer

• Competency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work accurately under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Additional Information

• 26 days holiday (+ Bank Holiday)
• 1 hour lunch
• Training provided
• Opportunity for development, progression and will be supported with further studies/qualifications.
• Supportive and approachable management
• Great staff retention levels with a positive and encouraging work culture
• Free onsite parking

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounts professional looking for a long-term position within a fantastic business and team. For more information, please contact Safer Hand Solutions Ltd and ask for Hannah. Or alternatively, please apply directly to be considered.

Please note, Safer Hand Solutions are acting as an employment agency on behalf of a client and by applying you agree to register with us and for us to hold your details on file. Due to the volume of applications, we will only contact applicants who have been successfully shortlisted, but may contact you in regards to any other suitable vacancies