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More2Life is part of the Key Group of companies and has been a pioneering force in the Equity Release market since its launch in 2008. Today, operating from our offices in Preston, we help over 1000 people every month to confidently release cash from their homes, significantly growing year on year to become one of the largest lifetime mortgage lenders in the UK. We are hiring for an Accounts Assistant to join our busy transactional finance team. As our Accounts Assistant you will be responsible for ensuring that all more2life financial transactions within your remit are accounted for accurately and on a timely basis and to support key stakeholders as and when required. Main duties and responsibilities; To process system generated interface files To monitor fund requests and reconcile facility balances To produce daily bank reconciliations to send to external stakeholders To liaise with external funders to meet contractual requirements To post financial transactions into the accounting system in a timely and accurate manner into multiple companies To produce broker commission payments and statements To maintain and where possible improve robust financial controls To perform various analyses and reconciliations of company data To establish and develop new processes, procedures and reconciliations when required by the business Key knowledge, skills and experience: Experience of computerized accounting systems. Experience of posting to multiple company Nominal, Sales and Purchase ledgers. Experience of working with Profit & Loss balance sheet statements. Experience of dealing with internal and external customers in an effective manner. Experience of working within strict accounting deadlines. Experience of working with Microsoft Office packages. Will hold or be working towards a recognised accounting qualification (AAT, CIMA etc.). Willingness to use initiative and work without detailed instructions. Ability to plan workload effectively and work alone or as part of a team. Awareness of the importance of processing and posting data accurately. Most of all we look for people who display and work around the core values of our business: Ambitious - to break ground to help our customers enjoy a better retirement. Supportive - relationships are key to everything we do. Personal - going above and beyond to offer exceptional service. Integrity - honest, true and transparent in all our relationships. Responsive - whatever the challenge we'll deliver the right result. Expert - experts in our field, our thirst for knowledge never stops Benefits: 23 days holiday, plus bank holidays. Rising to 28 based on length of service. Additional holiday purchase scheme 1 charity day Tier 1 pension (5% Employee, 8% Employer) Simply Health Life Assurance
Assistant Accountant - Hybrid, 3 days WFH Company Overview A rapidly growing SME, on track to double in size within the next couple of years, leading the way in their industry providing award winning bespoke solutions. They are now looking to expand their finance team by recruiting a highly motivated Assistant Accountant, to assist in all areas of finance and get stuck in with key business decisions going forward. The ideal candidate will be a Finance Graduate or AAT qualified, who is keen to progress onto further studies (CIMA/ACCA), as full study support will be on offer with further opportunities for growth A competitive salary on offer between £29,000 - £35,000 & excellent benefits! Assistant Accountant - Responsibilities include: Support with the completion of management and annual accounts Maintain accuracy of client and supplier financial records Prepare new accounts and initial sign up invoices for new clients Assist with the monthly billing process Manage the credit control and liaise with accounts managers Verify and process supplier invoices and prepare the payment run Verify and reimburse employee expense claims Support cash management with daily bank reconciliations, following up on missing receipts/invoices Assist in gathering data for financial analysis and budgets Assist with company VAT return Support payroll process and assist with queries Provide support during internal and external audits Additional benefits include: Flexible and hybrid working patterns 25 days holiday plus bank holidays & free day off for your birthday! Additional holidays for length of service Company pension scheme Employee discount scheme for retail, travel and shopping Fully paid for team social events throughout the year 50% Gym membership Company bonus scheme Enhanced maternity and paternity leave A commitment to supporting your professional development What do we need from you? Good knowledge of MS Excel and accounting software At least 2 years' experience in an Accounts Assistant / Finance Assistant role AAT qualified with the desire to progress on to further studies (CIMA/ACCA) Good organizational skills and time management skills Excellent attention to detail Strong communication skills and confidence to raise concerns. Willingness to learn and adapt to new processes and technologies.