Senior Accounts Assistant

Brook Street; Pwllmeyric; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Senior Accounts Assistant in Wales. You will oversee payroll processing for over 120 employees, manage supplier payments, and ensure VAT compliance. Ideal candidates should have an AAT Level 3 and experience with Sage 50. The role promises a supportive team environment and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

33 days' holiday

Early finish every Friday at 1:00 PM

Training and career development opportunities

Study support for further qualifications

Qualifications

• Minimum AAT Level 3 qualified.
• Experience in using Sage 50 software.
• Reliable and meticulous professional with strong organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for over 120 staff.
• Manage supplier payments and purchase ledger tasks.
• Post and approve journals accurately.
• Reconcile subcontractor invoices and bank accounts.
• Prepare VAT returns.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Sage 50 software

Education

AAT Level 3 qualification

Job description

Overview

My client is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Senior Accounts Assistant to join their finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounts professional looking to work in a supportive and collaborative environment with strong career development prospects.

What the Role Involves

As a Senior Accounts Assistant, you will take ownership of a wide range of accounting duties to ensure accuracy and efficiency across payroll, payments, reconciliations, and VAT compliance. You will be responsible for processing payroll for over 120 staff, managing supplier payments, posting journals, reconciling invoices, and preparing VAT returns, among other key tasks.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Payroll processing and payment allocation for 120+ employees
• Managing supplier payments and purchase ledger tasks
• Pricing stock, posting and approving journals with accuracy
• Reconciling subcontractor invoices and bank accounts
• Preparing VAT returns and supporting regulatory compliance
• Evaluating and approving new supplier accounts
• Integrating new customer sites into the accounting system

Who We're Looking For

• AAT Level 3 qualified (minimum)
• Experience using Sage 50 software
• A meticulous, reliable professional with strong organisational skills
• Someone who thrives in a busy finance team and can handle multiple priorities with precision

Why Apply

• Competitive salary aligned with your experience
• 33 days' holiday (including bank holidays)
• Early finish every Friday at 1:00 PM
• Supportive and friendly finance team culture
• Excellent training and career development opportunities
• Study support available for further qualifications

Apply now or contact Luke at Brook Street Cardiff

Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.