Accounts Assistant

Roberts and Prowse (Swindon); Swindon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in mechanical and electrical services is looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Assistant. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for growth within a supportive team environment. You will be responsible for processing invoices, maintaining financial records, and assisting with reconciliations. With a competitive salary and benefits, including a pension scheme and private healthcare, this position is perfect for someone eager to advance their accounting career. Join a dynamic team and contribute to the financial success of the organization while gaining invaluable experience in a variety of accounting tasks.

Benefits

Company Pension Scheme

33 days holiday per year

Private Healthcare

Industry training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an accounts or finance support role is desirable.
• AAT Level 2/3 or equivalent qualification would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Processing supplier invoices and maintaining accurate purchase ledger records.
• Raising sales invoices and assisting with credit control procedures.
• Assisting with VAT and CIS returns in line with HMRC deadlines.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Team-oriented Attitude

Education

AAT Level 2/3 or equivalent

Tools

Sage Line 50

Eque2 Construction Accounting

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Accounts Assistant Vacancy

(Ref: R&P-ACCASSIST0425)

Location: Swindon, Wiltshire

Type: Full Time

Category: Commercial, Industrial, Government, Health Care, Local Authority, Education

Rate of Pay: £Competitive Salary (Negotiable)

The Company: Roberts & Prowse based in Elgin Ind Estate, Swindon, Wiltshire are a Mechanical and Electrical Services Contractor who operate throughout the Home Counties, South West & South East of the UK. Due to sustained success and growth are recruiting for a Accounts Assistant to join our busy team.

The Role: We are seeking a reliable and detail oriented Accounts Assistant to support the Accounts team within our Swindon Head Office. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to progress their career within a supportive, team focused environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Accounts Payable: Processing supplier and subcontractor invoices, maintaining accurate purchase ledger records and assisting with supplier and subcontractor payments.
2. Accounts Receivable: Raising sales invoices, updating the sales ledger and assisting with credit control procedures.
3. Bank and Credit Card Reconciliations: Assisting with regular reconciliations to ensure accurate financial records.
4. Intercompany Transactions: Supporting the recording and reconciliation of intercompany balances.
5. CIS and VAT Returns: Assisting in the preparation and submission of VAT and Construction Industry Scheme returns in line with HMRC deadlines.
6. Payroll Support: Providing administrative assistance for payroll processing when required.
7. Centralised Buying: Assisting with supplier purchase orders and raising jobs on our internal software (Eque2).
8. General Accounts Admin: Filing, data entry, archiving and supporting the wider accounts team with ad hoc tasks as needed.
9. Software Proficiency: Working with Sage Line 50 and MS Excel for day-to-day finance operations. Sage Job Costing experience is desirable but not essential; Eque2 Construction Accounting software experience is desirable.

Our Offer:

• Competitive Salary (Negotiable)
• Company Pension Scheme
• 33 days holiday per year (inclusive of eight recognised Bank Holidays)
• Private Healthcare
• Industry training and development opportunities

The Person:
To succeed in this role, you should be organised, enthusiastic and eager to build your career in accounting. You’ll work closely with our experienced accounts professionals and gain hands-on experience across a wide range of accounting tasks.

Key attributes and qualifications include:

1. Previous experience in an accounts or finance support role is desirable.
2. AAT Level 2/3 or equivalent qualification (or currently working towards) would be an advantage.
3. Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
4. Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Accounts Software as listed previously.
5. Good communication and interpersonal skills.
6. Willingness to learn and develop new skills.
7. A proactive and team-oriented attitude.
8. Must be able to successfully achieve (BPSS) Baseline Personnel Security Standard military clearance.
9. A full UK driving licence is essential for this role, as occasional travel may be required.

How to Apply:
Ready to join our team and make a difference? Please submit your CV below.

We’re excited to learn more about you and your skills! If your application is shortlisted, a member of our recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the next steps. Thank you for considering Roberts & Prowse as your next career move.