Assistant Accountant

Hays; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in Telford offers a part-time position as an Assistant Accountant. This role involves vital financial tasks including data entry, invoice processing, and supporting month-end closures, providing flexibility in working hours. The ideal candidate should have relevant accounting experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively with the finance team.

Qualifications

• Experience with data entry of financial transactions.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist with data entry of financial transactions into SAGE 50.
• Process supplier invoices and manage credit control.
• Reconcile bank statements and support month-end closing.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Time management

Ability to work independently

Ability to work as part of a team

Education

Previous experience in a similar Accounting role

Tools

SAGE 50

Job description

Assistant Accountant, Part time, 30 hours per week, Telford, Permanent

Your new company
Hays are working exclusively with a successful business in Telford who are looking for an experienced Assistant Accountant to join their team on a part time permanent basis, (c 30 hours per week)

Your new role
You will work closely with the Financial Controller and duties will include:

• Assist with data entry of financial transactions into SAGE 50
• Process supplier invoices and ensure timely payment
• Process customer payments
• Manage credit control function
• Experience of Invoice Financing preferred
• Reconcile bank statements and resolve any discrepancies
• Process credit card statements
• Assist with day to day HR administration
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes
• Support the finance team with ad hoc projects as needed

What you'll need to succeed

Previous experience in a similar Accounting role required

Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry

Excellent organisational and time management skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

What you'll get in return
The business can offer around 30 hours per week and are very flexible about when those hours are worked - 4 full days or 5 shorter days. They are a supportive and inclusive team offering a competitive salary and benefits package

What you need to do now

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