Accounts Assistant

Acu-IT.net; Telford; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy manufacturer in Telford is recruiting for an Accounts Assistant. The candidate will handle daily banking duties, prepare VAT return data, and assist with month-end processes. Ideal candidates will be studying towards AAT, possess intermediate Excel skills, and preferably have SAP experience. This role offers a hybrid working model and various employee benefits, including an annual bonus and healthcare cash plan.

Benefits

Up to 5% annual bonus

Health Care Cash Plan

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Studying towards AAT and seeking valuable finance experience.
• Intermediate Excel skills required.
• Preference for candidates with SAP experience.

Responsibilities

• Daily banking duties including bank reconciliations.
• Preparing VAT return data.
• Assisting with month-end and year-end processes.

Skills

Intermediate Excel skills

SAP experience

AAT Level 2 (minimum commenced)

Resourceful and self-motivated

Job description

Company Description

Müller UK & Ireland is wholly owned by the Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller, which employs over 24,000 people across Europe. In the UK, Müller develops, manufactures, and markets a wide range of branded and private label dairy products made with milk from more than 1,700 British farmers. The Müller brand is ranked No.7 in The Grocer’s Top 100 list of Britain’s Biggest Brands and is the 7th most chosen brand in the UK.

Job Description

We are recruiting for an Accounts Assistant. Are you ready to unleash your potential and build an exciting career in finance with Britain’s most chosen dairy brand? Müller UK & Ireland, part of the renowned Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller, invites you to apply for our Accounts Assistant position based at our Telford offices. With over 26,000 employees across Europe and a long-standing commitment to excellence, Müller is a family-owned business known for its dedication to quality, innovation, and growth. In the UK, we produce a wide range of leading branded and private-label dairy products, including yogurts, desserts, butter, and flavored milk.

As a major food and dairy manufacturer, we are driven by a bold vision and a commitment to empower our people to excel. At Müller, we embrace courage, promote forward-thinking, and believe that our greatest strength lies in our people. Joining us means embarking on a journey where your personal drive is valued, and your career is nurtured.

The ideal candidate for the role of Accounts Assistant would be studying towards AAT and seeking to gain valuable experience in a busy finance team.

A hybrid working model applies, with 3 days per week on site.

Key Responsibilities for the Accounts Assistant

• Daily banking duties including bank reconciliations
• Balance sheet data preparation
• Prepare VAT return data
• Preparation and posting of journals, accruals, and prepayments
• Assisting with month-end and year-end processes
• Inter-company recharges and reconciliations
• Providing information to external auditors as required
• Extensive use of Excel spreadsheets
• Reconciling and processing payroll journals

Key Skills & Experience for the Accounts Assistant

• AAT Level 2 (minimum commenced)
• Intermediate Excel skills
• SAP experience (preferable)
• Ability to think clearly, deliver quickly and accurately
• Persistent, resourceful, self-motivated, and able to work to deadlines

Benefits for the Role

• Up to 5% annual bonus
• 2x Life Assurance policy
• Health Care Cash Plan
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising with service)
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Family Leave
• Enhanced Bereavement Leave
• Pension scheme (employer contribution up to 8%)
• Exclusive access to Müller Rewards (discounts)
• Business supplied IT equipment
• Career progression and development opportunities
• Free parking

The Application Process

If you have the skills and experience outlined above and wish to be considered for this role, please apply at www.mullercareers.co.uk.