Assistant Accountant

JAC Recruitment; Morley; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Assistant Accountant based in Leeds, UK. The role requires strong knowledge of accounting principles, experience with SAP, and proficiency in MS Excel. Responsibilities include processing expense claims, preparing BACS runs, managing overseas accounts, and supporting financial reporting. Join a dynamic team to contribute to various financial functions in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and VAT compliance.
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Process expense claims and post expenses to purchase ledger.
• Prepare BACS runs twice a month, including approval and payment.
• Reconcile ledger accounts and assist with AR/AP control.
• Produce cash flow reports and forecasts.
• Manage foreign accounts and compliance requirements.
• Assist the Financial Controller with SAP support.

Skills

Strong knowledge of accounting principles

VAT compliance

Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems

Proficiency in MS Excel

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Accountant

Location: Leeds, UK

Employment status: Permanent

Salary: GBP30K

Key Responsibilities

Payment

Process expense claims and post expenses to the purchase ledger on a monthly basis.

Prepare BACS runs twice a month, including collation, approval, and payment execution.

Reporting

Prepare entries and supporting schedules for fixed assets, prepayments, accruals, etc.

Reconcile ledger accounts and assist with AR/AP control when required.

Perform P&L analysis and provide commentary.

Produce weekly and monthly cash flow reports and forecasts.

Update monthly exchange rates in SAP.

Liaise with external professionals via phone, email, and correspondence.

Administration

Manage company cars (swaps, accidents, fuel cards, car hire, etc.).

Perform other administrative tasks as required.

Overseas Branch

Manage overseas accounts, bi-monthly VAT returns, and compliance requirements.

Process payments and transfers, produce statements, and manage online banking information.

Perform bank reconciliations.

Prepare payroll, including new payee details and PAYE.

SAP Support

Assist the Financial Controller in providing SAP support across the business.

Create ad hoc reports as required.

Act as point of contact between the business and SAP Partner.

Support SAP add-on implementations.

Serve as IT liaison between external IT providers and SAP Partners.

Other Duties

Attend fortnightly ISO team meetings, if required.

Provide ad hoc support to various business functions.

Support the Managing Director when required.

Skills & Experience

Strong knowledge of accounting principles and VAT compliance.

Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems.

Proficiency in MS Excel and financial reporting.

Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

We regret to inform applicants that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Thank you for your understanding