Trainee Finance Assistant - CIMA / ACCA Study Support

Agility Resoucing; Stockport; On-site; GBP 18,000; Full time

Job summary

A major wholesaler in Stockport is seeking an entry-level finance professional to join their dynamic finance team. The candidate will start with transactional finance tasks, progressing to management accounts, offering a unique opportunity for career development. Essential qualifications include a 2:1 degree in a relevant field, and strong communication and numeracy skills.

Benefits

Study support package (CIMA/ACCA)

22 days leave plus 3 days concessionary

36 hour working week

Flexible working hours

8.5% defined contribution pension scheme

Qualifications

• 2:1 or above in Accountancy/Maths/Economics/Business required.
• Proficient spreadsheet and ICT skills.
• Strong numeracy, literacy, and accuracy skills.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the Finance manager with producing management accounts and budgets.
• Posting of invoices and bank reconciliations.
• Maintaining Sage accounts and internal controls.

Skills

Proficient spreadsheet skills

Strong numeracy skills

Good written communication skills

Strong oral communication skills

Ability to work to tight deadlines

Education

2:1 or above in Accountancy

2:1 or above in Maths

2:1 or above in Economics

2:1 or above in Business

Tools

Sage accounts

Job description

Location

United Kingdom,--Stockport

Job Type

Permanent

Description

My client is a major wholesaler in the area, who sells quality brands. They've been trading for over 70yrs and are looking to bring fresh new talent in to the finance team!!

You will be reporting to the directly to the Finance Manager, starting off doing transactional finance and then moving in to management accounts giving you exposure to all aspects of the finance team! This is a challenging and demanding role offering an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic customer-focused team.

You will be responsible for:
* Assisting the Finance manager with producing management accounts and budgets
* Posting of invoices
* Bank reconciliations
* Maintaining Sage accounts and internal controls
* Liaising between various departments and working with our customers
* Preparing payments

Essential qualities include:
* Must have a 2:1 or above in Accountancy / Maths / Economics / Business
* Proficient spreadsheet and ICT skills
* Strong numeracy, literacy and accuracy skills
* Ability to work to tight deadlines
* Good written and oral communication skills
* Commitment to high standards of service delivery
* A professional approach and can-do attitude

Benefits:
* Salary £18k
* Study support package (CIMA / ACCA)
* 22 days leave plus 3 days concessionary
* 36 hour working week
* Flexible working hours
* 8.5% defined contribution pension scheme

If you are interested in this role please contact John Devlin at Agility Resourcing.

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