Accounts Assistant (all genders)

Meridian-Bioscienc; Greater London; Vor Ort; GBP 26.000 - 34.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Meridian Bioscience is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support the UK finance function in London. The role covers day-to-day Accounts Payable and Receivable, reconciliations, month-end close and financial reporting.

You will process invoices, assist with VAT and statutory reporting, maintain data integrity, and support process improvements while adhering to internal controls and company policies.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in finance/accounting.
• 2-4 years' experience in finance or accounting.
• Experience across Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, reconciliations and general ledger.
• Strong Excel and finance system skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.

Aufgaben

• Manage day-to-day Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities.
• Process invoices, payments, expenses and banking transactions accurately and on time.
• Prepare reconciliations and support month-end close and financial reporting.
• Assist with VAT, audit and statutory reporting requirements.
• Maintain data integrity and ensure compliance with internal controls and policies.

Kenntnisse

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

Reconciliations

Analytical skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Excel

Finance software

Jobbeschreibung

About Meridian

Meridian Bioscience is a fully integrated life science company that develops, manufactures, markets, and distributes a broad range of innovative diagnostic products. We are dedicated to developing and delivering better solutions that give answers with speed, accuracy and simplicity that are redefining the possibilities of life from discovery to diagnosis. We are looking for talented and passionate individuals that help drive our vision.Our innovative culture will allow interested candidates to discover and create, through collaboration, cutting edge solutions to tough problems.

Job Summary

We are looking for an Accounts Assistant to support the smooth running of our UK finance function. This is a varied role offering exposure to Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, reconciliations, month-end close and financial reporting, making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to further develop their accounting career.

Key Duties

• Manage day-to-day Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities.
• Process invoices, payments, expenses and banking transactions accurately and on time.
• Prepare reconciliations and support month-end close and financial reporting.
• Assist with VAT, audit and statutory reporting requirements.
• Maintain financial data integrity and ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and provide finance support across the business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 2-4 years' experience in a finance or accounting role.
• Experience across Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, reconciliations and general ledger activities.
• Understanding of bookkeeping principles and month-end accounting processes.
• Good Excel and finance system skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and reconciliation skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach.
• Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Interest in professional development, ideally through AAT, ACCA, CIMA or a similar qualification.