Accounts Assistant

Nationwide Home Innovations; Wareham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Accounts Assistant to join their Finance department. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for individuals passionate about numbers and eager to develop a career in accounting. You will be involved in processing invoices, managing accounts information using the SAGE system, and supporting the overall financial operations. The position promises a dynamic environment where attention to detail and strong communication skills will be key to your success. If you're determined, reliable, and ready to take on a varied role, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Experience with SAGE accounting system is essential.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are a must.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase and sales invoices accurately.
• Assist with month-end procedures and record accounts information.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Ability to build relationships

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

Accounts qualification

Tools

SAGE accounting system

In-house CRM system

Job description

Nationwide Home Innovations has been in business for over 35 years creating the perfect outdoor living space for over 55,000 satisfied customers around the UK. We have amazing teams working hard, at our Head Office and on the road, to provide exceptional customer service.

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to assist in the running of the Finance department. This is a great opportunity for someone with a passion for numbers and a desire to build a career in accounting. You will enjoy a varied role working on a wide range of tasks, such as:

• Processing purchase invoices and accurately tracking delivery notes and credit notes.
• Processing of sales invoices.
• Assisting with month-end procedures.
• Accurately recording accounts information in SAGE.
• Liaising with suppliers and customers.
• Providing support associated with the management of the company accounts.
• Learning to undertake all responsibilities, including balancing accounts, VAT returns, payroll and Inland Revenue returns.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience

• Accounts qualification an advantage.
• Knowledge and previous experience in using SAGE accounting system, particularly Purchase Ledger.
• Excellent communication skills – verbal and written.
• Good computer skills including accounts package, MS Office and in-house CRM system.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisation skills.
• Ability to build strong working relationships (internal/external).
• Ability to effectively prioritise tasks and manage time.

Personal Attributes

• Determined and enthusiastic.
• Team worker.
• Reliable, energetic, motivated and friendly.
• High standards and consistently achieves them.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately.
• Good concentration.
• An eye for detail.
• Honest, discreet and trustworthy.