Senior Accounts Assistant

Aspire Jobs; New Forest; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Accounts Assistant to join their growing team. This role involves managing financial records, assisting with month-end duties, and providing analytical financial data to the management. The ideal candidate will have extensive accounting experience and strong attention to detail, with a dedication to supporting the finance function.

Benefits

20 days holiday

Pension

Free on-site parking

Gym

Beautifully refurbished office environment

Garden by the river

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years general accounts experience.
• Strong background in accounting and attention to detail.
• Experience in preparing financial records and reports.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records.
• Reconcile bank statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with month-end duties and financial report generation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Data entry

Time management

Education

AAT Qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Location: Ringwood

Salary: 33k- 38k doe

Hours: 8am-4pm Mon-Fri office based

Benefits: 20 days holiday, pension, free on-site parking and gym. Coffee shop, beautifully refurbished office environment, garden by the river. An opportunity to work in a growing team environment, with experienced, proactive leadership

Aspire Jobs are delighted to be working exclusively with our client, who are a well established and growing business.

Now looking for an additional member of their Accounts team, the Accounts Assistant will have a minimum of 5 years all round general accounts experience

We are looking for a dedicated professional to support the finance function, working closely with their Management Accounts Team to help manage the day-to-day accounting function and provide detailed financial data to the wider Management team

The ideal candidate will ideally have a recognised accountancy qualification such as AAT, but this is not as important as experience.

You should be confident in the production of regular management information, as well as possessing a good understanding of the various roles within an accounts department. You will work closely with other accounts staff as well as their Account's Manager and Financial Controller.

As a Senior Accounts Assistant, you will be responsible for managing various financial tasks and assisting with the day-to-day operations of the accounting department. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting and the use of relevant software, and possess excellent attention to detail.

The successful Senior Accounts Assistant will

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles
• An organised and methodical approach
• Excellent data entry skills with a high level of accuracy
• Ability to analyse financial data and generate reports
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with people at all levels within the organisation
• Proficiency in the use of all Microsoft software, with good knowledge of Excel and accounting software
• You will be a positive team player with strong analytical skills
• Ability to work under pressure to deadlines
• Have strong time management experience

Job Description

• Prepare and maintain financial records across multiple businesses within the group, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
• Reconcile bank statements and resolve any discrepancies.
• Assist with month-end duties, including management reports and statutory returns.
• Generate financial reports and assist with data analysis
• Assist with year-end closing procedures and preparation of information for Audit.
• Assist with development of policies in line with business growth.