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Senior Accounts Assistant

Aspire Jobs

New Forest

On-site

GBP 30,000 - 40,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

A leading company in the New Forest is seeking a Senior Accounts Assistant to support their finance function. The role requires a minimum of 5 years of general accounts experience, strong knowledge of accounting principles, and proficiency in relevant software. You will be responsible for maintaining financial records, generating reports, and assisting with month-end and year-end tasks in a growing team environment.

Benefits

20 days holiday
Pension
Free on-site parking
Gym access
Beautifully refurbished office environment
Garden by the river

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 5 years general accounts experience.
  • Strong background in accounting and relevant software.
  • Ability to produce management information and reports.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and maintain financial records across multiple businesses.
  • Reconcile bank statements and resolve discrepancies.
  • Assist with month-end duties including management reports and audits.

Skills

Knowledge of accounting principles
Data entry skills
Analytical skills
Communication
Time management
Team player

Education

Recognised accountancy qualification (AAT preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Excel
Accounting software

Job description

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 withother accounts staff as well as theirAccount'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
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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.
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