Assistant Accountant

WEC Group Ltd; Darwen; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent group of companies located in Darwen is seeking a dedicated accounting professional to maintain asset registers and prepare financial statements. The ideal candidate will have experience in a busy accounts department and possess strong communication skills. Benefits include a profit share scheme, healthcare cashback, and a contributory pension plan, ensuring a rewarding work environment with competitive perks and 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Benefits

Profit Share Scheme

Healthcare cashback scheme

Company Pension Scheme

Employee Benefit Loans

Refer a Friend Bonus

Death in Service Benefit

Discounted Attractions

Free On-Site Car Parking

Unique and Varied Projects

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in an accounting role preferred.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Flexibility to work well in a team and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Fixed Asset registers and record various financial activities.
• Prepare Bank Reconciliations and Journal Entries monthly.
• Assist in preparing monthly and annual Management Accounts.

Skills

Previous experience working within a busy Accounts Department

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Academic qualifications in bookkeeping and core accounting disciplines

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Responsibilities

• Maintain Fixed Asset registers for various Group companies, recording additions, disposals and periodic depreciation.
• Maintain Capital Expenditure Approval Register, ensuring full coverage of spend.
• Prepare daily and monthly Bank Reconciliations.
• Prepare and post monthly Journal Entries.
• Assist with preparation of monthly and annual Management Accounts for various Divisions.
• Administer and reconcile head office Petty Cash.
• Ad-hoc and sundry analyses.
• Act as direct assistant to Management Accountants.
• Other accounting duties, as directed by Management Accountants.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience

• Previous experience working within a busy Accounts Department.
• Background in bookkeeping and core accounting disciplines, including related academic qualifications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills, including Excel.
• Ability to work to deadlines in a fast paced, changeable environment.
• Sound understanding of controls and authorisation procedures.
• Attention to detail.
• The flexibility to be self-motivated and also able to work well in a small team.

Working Location/Environment

Darwen, Lancashire

Company Benefits

• Profit Share Scheme: When the company performs well, you share in the success through an annual bonus called the profit share scheme.
• Healthcare cash back scheme: Claim back money on everyday healthcare costs, such as dental, optical, and physiotherapy treatments, plus access mental health and wellbeing support.
• Company Pension Scheme: Build for your future with our contributory workplace pension plan.
• Employee Benefit Loans: Access low-interest financial support to help with unexpected personal expenses when you need it most.
• Refer a Friend Bonus: Recommend talented friends or family and receive £250 after they complete 3 months and an additional £750 after 12 months of service.
• Death in Service Benefit: Peace of mind for you and your loved ones, providing financial support in the event of your passing.
• Discounted Attractions: Enjoy reduced entry to a wide variety of leisure attractions and entertainment venues.
• Free On-Site Car Parking: Benefit from convenient, secure, and free parking at all main locations.
• Unique and Varied Projects: Be part of an exciting range of projects where no two days are the same, keeping your work fresh, engaging, and rewarding.
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays: Recharge with a generous holiday allowance plus all UK bank holidays off.