TEMP Accounts Assistant

Forrest Recruitment; Altrincham; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Accounts Assistant for an immediate start with a strong potential for permanent work. This role involves critical financial tasks such as managing entries, preparing VAT returns, and ensuring compliance. Applicants should have at least three years of relevant experience, particularly in the construction industry, and be proficient with accounting software. There is ample opportunity for professional development and progression.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an accounts assistant or similar role.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Prepare VAT Returns and support management accounts.
• Manage journal entries, accruals, and prepayments.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Ability to work under pressure

Tools

Sage

Xero

Microsoft Excel

Coins

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Immediate Start, with strong view to Permanent work.

£17.50 per hour, weekly pay.

Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring all financial data is accurate and compliant.
• Manage journal entries, accruals, and prepayments.
• Prepare VAT Returns.
• Support the preparation of management accounts, project costing reports, and other financial documents.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an accounts assistant or similar role, ideally within the construction industry.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, with strong analytical skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, Coins) and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunity for professional development and career progression within.

To secure your application, contact Lauryn at 0161 928 9268 or email your CV addressed to Lauryn.

Please note that due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.