Accounts Assistant

Michael Page; Swansea; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Michael Page in Swansea is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support the accounting and finance function within the manufacturing sector. The role focuses on maintaining financial records, processing invoices and payments, and supporting reporting to keep the business on track.

A permanent position with a salary of £28,000 to £31,000 per year, dependent on experience. Flexible working arrangements are available to support work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Experience in an accounting or finance role within the retail industry.
• A strong understanding of financial processes and procedures.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Great attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Effective communication skills for liaising with team members and external stakeholders.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and task management.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update financial records with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Process invoices, payments, and expense claims in a timely manner.
• Assist in preparing financial reports and summaries for management.
• Reconcile bank statements and resolve discrepancies where needed.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Communicate with suppliers and customers regarding account queries.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Provide general administrative support to the accounting team.

Skills

Accounting/Finance experience

Microsoft Excel

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

As an Accounts Assistant in Swansea, you'll play a key role in supporting the smooth running of the accounting and finance department in the retail industry. Your day-to-day tasks will focus on managing financial records, processing transactions, and assisting with reporting to keep the business on track.

Client Details

This role is with a company in the manufacturing industry based in Swansea.

Description

• Maintain and update financial records with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Process invoices, payments, and expense claims in a timely manner.
• Assist in preparing financial reports and summaries for management.
• Reconcile bank statements and resolve discrepancies where needed.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Communicate with suppliers and customers regarding account queries.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Provide general administrative support to the accounting team.

Profile

A successful Accounts Assistant should have:

• Experience in an accounting or finance role within the retail industry.
• A strong understanding of financial processes and procedures.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Great attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Effective communication skills for liaising with team members and external stakeholders.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and task management.

Job Offer

A permanent position with a salary of £28,000 to £31,000 per year, dependent on the level of experience.

Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance