Junior Accounts Assistant

Kick It Out; Swansea; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Accounts Assistant to join their Finance department. This entry-level role offers a unique opportunity to work within a professional football club, providing a supportive environment where you will undertake various finance tasks. The successful candidate will engage in purchase and sales ledger activities, contributing to the team-oriented culture at Swansea City AFC. Ideal for those starting a career in finance, this position emphasizes accuracy, organization, and attention to detail, making it a perfect stepping stone into the finance sector.

Benefits

Cycle to Work Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Health Cash Plan

Complimentary Tickets

Discounted Club Merchandise

Enhanced Family Leave Payments

Qualifications

• Some experience or finance-related training is desirable but not essential.
• Must demonstrate accuracy and efficiency in tasks.

Responsibilities

• Inputting purchase invoices and creating purchase orders.
• Chasing debtors and creating sales invoices.
• General finance administrative tasks.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Finance-related Training (AAT)

Education

Entry-level Finance Experience

Job description

JOB TITLE Junior Accounts Assistant

DEPARTMENT Finance

DIRECT REPORTS NA

SALARY Competitive

WORKING HOURS 40 hours per week (Mon-Fri)

CONTRACT Permanent Contract

Cycle to Work Scheme

Private Medical Insurance & Health Cash Plan

2 x Complimentary tickets

Discounted Club merchandise

Enhanced Family Leave Payments

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

We’re seeking a full-time Junior Accounts Assistant to join our Finance department. The successful candidate will work in a unique environment of a professional football club, where you will be challenged daily in a fun and supportive setting. The role offers a variety of tasks and opportunities to network across departments, from the Academy to the First Team, fostering a team-oriented culture at Swansea City AFC.

Reporting to the Financial Controller, the main duties include:

• Purchase ledger activities, such as inputting purchase invoices, creating purchase orders, and reconciling supplier statements;
• Sales ledger activities, including creating sales invoices and chasing debtors;
• General finance administrative tasks.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

This is an entry-level role; some experience or finance-related training (such as AAT) is desirable but not essential. We seek a candidate who fits well within the existing Finance team, demonstrating accuracy, efficiency, and transferable skills to fulfill the role effectively.

This position is ideal for someone starting or considering a career in Finance.

The candidate must understand and adhere to confidentiality principles, have strong attention to detail, be well-organized, and approach work methodically.

GENERAL STATEMENT

If sufficient applications are received before the deadline, Swansea City AFC reserves the right to withdraw this advert. Due to high application volume, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

SAFEGUARDING & WELFARE

The Company is committed to safeguarding children and young people involved in its activities. Offers of employment involving regulated activity with children are subject to satisfactory DBS disclosures and barred list checks. Online searches and references will also be conducted as part of the recruitment process.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Swansea City AFC values an inclusive environment where everyone’s rights and dignity are respected. We promote equal opportunity and encourage applications from women, disabled individuals, and underrepresented ethnic groups. Appointments are based on merit, skills, and experience.

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