Accounts Assistant

Health & Care Management LTD (HCML); Tewkesbury; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company is seeking an Accounts Assistant in Tewkesbury. In this full-time role, you will maintain financial records, assist with month-end closing, and process payments. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of finance functions and relevant qualifications like AAT. The position offers a hybrid work model, combining remote and office work.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with Microsoft Business Central is desirable.
• Experience of working with Microsoft Excel is required.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the Management Accountant with preparation of the month end accounts.
• Accurate processing of purchase invoices.
• Performing bank reconciliations.
• Checking financial data for accuracy before payments.
• Processing payments for suppliers.
• Ensuring proper handling of staff expense claims.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Understanding of finance functions

Education

5 GCSEs A*-C (including Maths)

Relevant book-keeping qualification (AAT)

Tools

Microsoft Business Central

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Job title: Accounts Assistant

Location: Tewkesbury

Salary: £24,500 - £25,000

Status: Full-time, permanent

Purpose of Role: To ensure the financial records and systems of the business are accurately maintained. Support the Finance Manager and other members of the Finance team to ensure timely processing and documentation of financial records.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the Management Accountant with preparation of the month end accounts.
• Accurate processing of purchase invoices.
• Bank reconciliations.
• Checking the accuracy of the financial data before payments are made.
• Processing payments for suppliers.
• Processing of staff expense claims.
• Take ownership of the purchase ledger and the invoice processing system.
• Follow up on aged supplier balances.
• Demonstrate a professional and respectful approach during all interactions whether this be internal or external.
• To take responsibility for recognition of any personal training needs in discussion with the Finance Manager.
• Take accountability for any errors including data protection breaches via prompt reporting to the Finance Manager and other Senior Managers as required.

Person Specification

Experience

• Experience of working with Microsoft Business Central (desirable)
• Experience of working with Microsoft Excel

Skills & Knowledge

• Good understanding of finance functions and the accounts payable/accounts receivable processes

Attributes

• Attention to detail
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written
• Trustworthy with a high work ethic and able to self-motivate
• Ability to work using own initiative to resolve problems.

Qualifications and Training

• 5 GCSEs A*-C (including Maths)
• Relevant book-keeping qualification (AAT)

Equal Opportunities Statement

HCML is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Department: Finance
Role: Accounts Assistant
Locations: Tewkesbury Office
Remote status: Hybrid