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The Accounts Assistant is responsible for ensuring all data is produced in a timely fashion as set out by the Finance Manager & Finance Director and will provide support in achieving business targets and approach the directors and heads of departments when identifying and analysing variances. Key Responsibilities At least working and technical knowledge of accountancy and payroll systems (Ideally SAGE, XERO, Quickbooks) Input supplier Invoices and raise sales Invoices, Manage cash flow including processing/managing supplier payments for the business Provide cover for credit control Provide support in preparing statutory accounts and monthly management accounts Support the Preparing and submitting of monthly VAT returns Reconciling the bank accounts including credit cards and expenses and identifying/resolving breaks Recognise and account for prepayments and accruals Analyse out certain costs as required by the directors Help maintain fixed asset register Creating monthly payment runs Raising ad hoc payments Undertake ad hoc projects as required Positive attitude Knowledge & Skills (Essential) At least working and technical knowledge of accountancy and payroll systems (SAGE, XERO, Quickbooks) Experience with Microsoft software packages (Word, Excel etc) Good communication skills both written & verbal and the ability to handle a large and varied workload accurately with support. Qualifications & Experience (Desirable) Part qualified accountant, or qualified by experience The ability to produce accurate work with an eye for detail Experience supporting the preparation of management accounts Supporting the formulation of budgets and forecasts
An opportunity for an Accounts Assistant has become available in Cambridge with a leading utility contractor. This is a temporary / contract role and the appointed candidate will be able to hit the ground running in assisting with accounting duties using Sage 200 for payroll administration. Main Duties and Responsibilities Timesheets and Expenses Assist employees with timesheet queries. Check expenses and receipts to ensure they're accurately recorded and the supporting documentation is adequate i.e., VAT invoice where applicable. Ensure that expenses comply with HMRC legislation and raise any queries with the Financial Controller in a timely manner. Monitor mileage and expenses claim forms. Purchase Ledger Recording suppliers' invoices. Assigning invoices to purchase orders on ZTA. Reconciling supplier's statements. Processing payments to suppliers. Raising purchase orders on ZTA for assets. Issuing and recording CAPEX forms. Credit cards - same as expenses claims form processes. Sales Ledger Receiving and processing customer sales orders. Raising invoices. Assisting managers with invoicing requests. Credit control. Banking Banking of cheques where required. Recording bank transactions. Reconciliation of bank statements. Role Description Payroll Processing weekly payroll. Reconciling weekly payroll with timesheet database payment record. Processing monthly payroll. Processing pension contributions and payments. Processing NI and PAYE payment. Additional Administration Assist the Financial Controller and Head of Finance with any other duties where required. Management of the finance, suppliers and payroll email accounts, taking action as required. Maintaining ICOS and assets spreadsheets. Managing some control accounts. Note: The responsibilities of this role will normally include all duties described in this role description; however, additional or different duties may be required from time to time. It is the responsibility of all employees to complete their work in a safe manner and in line with company policies, procedures, and values. Person Profile Knowledge, Skills and Experience AAT level 2 and above. Proficient in spreadsheets, databases, MS Office and financial software applications. Attention to detail and the ability to identify data patterns. Good organisational skills. Excellent time management ability. Ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines. Interpersonal and Communication Skills Excellent interpersonal skills. Excellent customer (internal and external) service approach. Good communication (verbal and written). Ability to respond to unforeseen events and act promptly. Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team. Analysis and Problem Solving Identification of errors.