Assistant Accountant

Blazers Fuels; Ruthin; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Blazer's Fuels Limited, a trading subsidiary of Newbridge Energy Limited, seeks an Assistant Accountant to support general accounts duties. The role is office-based in Ruthin, requiring a commutable distance.

Responsibilities include posting invoices, reconciliations, and assisting with monthly management accounts. The ideal candidate will have strong numeracy, Excel and Sage Line 50 experience, plus the ability to work as part of a small team in a structured environment.

Qualifications

• Strong numeracy and literacy with good attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Sage Line 50.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Posting invoices and matching to delivery notes.
• Reconciling statements and contacting suppliers on queries.
• Reconciling credit cards/PayPal statements.
• Assisting with monthly management accounts production.
• Holiday cover for team members; ad hoc reporting.
• Support for audits and compliance with policies.

Skills

Strong numeracy

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Excellent communication

Education

Accounting Technician qualification (desirable)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Sage Line 50

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Accountant

Location: Ruthin, Denbighshire

Salary: £29,536 per annum

Job type: Full Time, Permanent

Hours: 40 hours per week. Can be flexible either or Monday to Friday. 30 minutes unpaid lunch break.

Blazer's Fuels Limited, a trading subsidiary of Newbridge Energy Limited, manufacture and supply premium wood fuels which are all ENplus, BSL, Woodsure and HETAS certified. We only manufacture our premium pellets and market leading fuel logs from 100% virgin British wood residue from sawmill activity. Here at Newbridge, we have a passion for producing sustainable and renewable energy using biomass Combined Heat and Power.

Job Purpose:

Assisting with general accounts duties including invoices, reconciliations, and reporting etc.

Please note that this is a fully office-based role and therefore candidates must live within a commutable distance from Ruthin to be considered.

Duties:

• Posting invoices/matching to delivery notes
• Reconciling statements and speaking to suppliers re queries
• Controlling credit cards/paypal and reconciling statements
• Assisting with production of monthly management accounts
• Holiday cover for other members of the team
• Adhoc reports /information as required by management team
• Supporting audit process for both financial and other regulatory audits
• Adherence to the Company's health, safety, and environmental policy
• Complete any other reasonable tasks or requests as required.

The role may evolve due to growth, and there may be opportunities to progress and take on other tasks according to experience.

About you:

Essential Qualifications:

• Qualified by experience with good foundations in a similar accounts role covering some or all of the above duties

Essential Experience & Skills Required:

• Strong numeracy and literacy skills with excellent attention to detail, and commitment to producing quality and quantity of output.
• Good system skills, particularly Microsoft Excel.Good working knowledge of Sage Line 50.
• Due to the location of the site at Ruthin, Denbighshire you must have a full UK driving licence.

Essential Personal Qualities:

• Excellent telephone manner and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate at all levels.
• Well organised and able to multitask to meet deadlines.
• Able to work independently and as part of a small team.
• Ability to ensure adherence to company processes and policies.
• A polite, confident and friendly manner. Self-motivated, pro-active and enthusiastic.
• Ability to build and maintain rapport with suppliers and develop strong relationships internally.
• Personal attributes which included a positive disposition, a "can-do " attitude, tenacity, assertiveness, resilience and a high degree of determination to succeed.

Desirable:

• Part or fully qualified Accounting Technician

Here's what we offer:

• A stable, full-time role in a growing green energy business
• Competitive salary and regular hours
• A chance to work in a purpose-driven, future-focused company
• Supportive, inclusive environment with development opportunities

Additional Information:

We are an equal opportunities employer who welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds - we are happy to discuss any possible reasonable adjustments.

Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; Finance Administrator, Invoicing, Accounts, Finance Assistant, Account Assistant, Accounts Administrator, Purchase Ledger, Sales Ledger, Financial Assistant, Accounts Administrator, Accounts Clerk, Finance Clerk, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Credit Control may also be considered for this role.