Assistant Accountant

Quanex; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension match

Life assurance

Parental leave

Assistance programme

Cycle to work

Eye tests

Canteen

Volunteering days

Job summary

Quanex is seeking an Assistant Accountant to support day-to-day transactional accounting, contribute to management accounts, and deliver insightful financial reporting. The role covers AP, AR, and month-end processes. AAT or ACCA/CIMA-aspiring candidates are welcome, with benefits including pension and life assurance.

This role supports the finance function in Wolverhampton and offers opportunities for growth within a global manufacturing group.

Qualifications

• Experience in Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles.
• AAT qualified or studying towards ACCA/CIMA is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices accurately and timely.
• Match PO, goods receipts and invoices (3-way matching).
• Manage supplier payments and term adherence.
• Raise and issue customer invoices promptly.

Skills

AP & AR experience

Accounting principles

ACCA/CIMA (Desirable)

Education

AAT qualification or studying towards ACCA/CIMA

Job description

The Assistant Accountant will support the finance function by managing day-to-day transactional accounting activities and contributing to management accounts preparation and analysis. This role involves responsibility for Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR) and delivering insightful financial reporting to support business decision-making.

Main Tasks & Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Match purchase orders, goods receipts and invoices (3-way matching).
• Manage supplier payment runs and ensure adherence to payment terms.
• Raise and issue customer invoices promptly and accurately.
• Monitor customer accounts and follow up on outstanding balances.
• Allocate incoming payments and maintain up-to-date ledgers.
• Perform credit control activities to minimise aged debt.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.

Key Skills

• Proven experience in a finance role covering AP and AR.
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles.
• AAT qualified or studying towards ACCA/CIMA (Desirable)
• Pension match up to 7%
• 4 x Salary Life Assurance
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Adoption and Shared Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free Eye Tests
• Subsidised Canteen
• Volunteering and Team Building Days

About Us

We are not just another manufacturing company; we are part of something bigger!

We are Quanex, a global, publicly traded manufacturing company serving OEMs in the fenestration, hardware, cabinetry, solar, refrigeration, security, and outdoor products markets.

Our mission is to positively impact our customers, employees and shareholders and put them at the centre of everything we do, through innovation technology and best-in-class customer service.

Health & Safety Responsibilities

At Quanex, the health and safety of our employees are our top priorities. We are committed to providing a safe and supportive working environment by adhering to the highest safety standards and regulations. Through comprehensive training, regular safety checks, and open communication, we ensure that every team member feels confident and protected while performing their duties. We continuously strive to minimise risks, promote well-being, and encourage a culture of safety across all levels of our organisation.

Join us and be part of a team where your safety is as important as your success.