Accounts Assistant
Permanent
£26-28,000pa
AAT study support
Nottinghamshire
Exciting Permanent Accounts Assistant Opportunity!
Are you seeking a change of work environment or pace, or perhaps craving a fresh challenge in your career, or to move to the next level? If you're a driven finance professional eager to advance in this field, I have an exciting opportunity for you! My client company is currently offering a full-time permanent position as an Accounts Assistant at a thriving small to medium-sized company in Nottinghamshire. This is a great opportunity to join a successful and welcoming finance team as they expand and grow together.
About the Role:
The role is full time and office based, however there is an opportunity for hybrid working once fully fledged in the role. As an Accounts Assistant, you will play an integral part within this finance team of 5, aiding in the completion of a diverse range of accounting tasks. Collaborating closely with the Finance Manager and team, your responsibilities will entail maintaining precise financial records, handling transactions, and offering assistance across the finance team. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a proactive individual passionate about finance to hone their skills and make significant contributions to the finance team's performance, and in return see advancement in role responsibilities over time.
Key Responsibilities:
- Purchase Ledger processes-processing invoices and expense claims.
- Sales Ledger processes-Processing sales invoices.
- Reconcile bank statements, accounts payable, and accounts receivable records.
- Assist with the preparation of financial statements, reports, and budgets.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in the accounting system.
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures, including journal entries and reconciliations.
- Support the Finance Manager in conducting financial analysis and forecasting.
- Respond to internal and external inquiries regarding financial transactions and records.
- Contribute to process improvements and initiatives to streamline accounting processes and increase efficiency.
- General office admin duties.
- Providing support to the wider finance team as needed.
Ideally you will have:
- Previous experience in an accounts assistant or similar role preferred.
- Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Willingness to learn and develop new skills in accounting and finance.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent communication and relationship building skills.
- The ability to work well independently as well as part of a team.
- Excellent numeracy skills.
- Confident with basic Microsoft Excel tasks.
- AAT qualification or working towards AAT certification desirable.
What's on offer:
- A competitive salary depending on experience £26-28,000pa.
- Study support AAT
- Room for career growth and development.
- 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays.
- On-site parking.
- Friendly supportive team environment.
Please apply if this sounds like something you are interested in.
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