Accounts Assistant

Storage Giant; Wales; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading self-storage provider in the UK is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their finance department. Responsibilities include processing invoices, conducting reconciliations, and leveraging accounting software like QuickBooks or Sage. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of accounting experience, strong communication skills, and AAT Level 3/4 or equivalent. This role offers a competitive salary ranging from £26,000 to £28,000 along with various employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Employee referrals reward

Employee discount

Personal learning & development

Internal progression opportunities

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in a varied accounting role.
• Advanced proficiency with QuickBooks or Sage accounting software.
• Expertise in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Processing of sales invoices, income, receipts and payments received.
• Conduct thorough balance sheet and bank reconciliations.
• Overseeing day-to-day financial transactions.

Skills

Accounting software proficiency

Financial reporting

Communication skills

Education

AAT Level 3/4 or equivalent

Tools

QuickBooks

Sage

Microsoft Office

Job description

As an Accounts Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in our finance department, taking on increased responsibilities and contributing to the strategic financial success of our organisation. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Processing of sales invoices, income, receipts and payments received
• Conduct thorough balance sheet and bank reconciliations, maintaining precise financial records
• Overseeing day-to-day financial transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Utilising advanced features of QuickBooks or Sage for comprehensive financial management
• Providing expertise in Microsoft Office applications for detailed reporting and presentations
• Resolving complex financial queries and providing guidance to junior team members
• Driving efficiency improvements in our finance operations
• Assisting with payroll administration and ensuring accurate employee payments

The Benefits

• Competitive salary of £26,000 to £28,000
• £250 reward for employee referrals
• Employee discount for friends and family
• Personal learning & development
• Internal progression opportunities
• Free on-site parking

Schedule

40 Hours per week Between the hours of:

• Monday to Friday: 08:00 to 18:00
• Saturdays: 10:00 to 16:00 (1 in 3)

The Requirements

• Minimum 2 years experience in a varied accounting role
• Advanced proficiency with QuickBooks or Sage accounting software
• Expertise in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• AAT Level 3/4 or equivalent
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

The Company

Storage Giant is one of the UK s private leading self-storage providers. A well-established and rapidly expanding organisation with stores across the UK, with an active pipeline of further expansion planned. We pride ourselves on delivering the BEST storage, at the BEST price, with the BEST service!

At Storage Giant we are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status or age.