Robert Half are delighted to be partnering with a fast growing, up and coming manufacturing business in Perth to appoint an Bookkeeper/QBE Accountant. The role will initially be starting of as temporary for 4-6 months and does offer the opportunity for a permanent conversion if the fit is right. The role also offers the opportunity to progress to Finance Manager for the site.
As a Bookkeeper or Accountant, you will report directly into the Finance Director in the group taking full financial responsibility for the Perth manufacturing site. You must be confident taking on a variety of work from opening the post, allocating cheques through to preparing the accounts at month end and profit analysis.
The business does offer hybrid working as standard, with a minimum of 3 days per week in the office. Due to the nature of the role it would be beneficial to be on site more often than not.
Responsibilities
- Process payments, invoices, income, and receipts, and input data into accounting software and databases
- Complete quarterly VAT returns
- Manage sales and purchase ledgers
- Reconcile bank accounts
- Audit and verify the accuracy of business accounts, reporting errors to the Finance Director
- Prepare monthly financial statements, including cash flow, profit and loss, and balance sheets
- Assist with the preparation of management accounts detailing income and expenditure
- Manage the payroll process and employee expense claims
- Assist the Finance Director and external accountants with administrative duties, including preparing yearly accounts
- Ensure insurance compliance, meeting business insurance requirements, and updating insurers on policy changes
Requirements
- A proven track record in financial administration/bookkeeping
- Excellent IT skills, particularly in Excel and able to produce reports
- Thorough attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
- Solid time management skills with the ability to prioritise.
- Excellent communication and problem solving skills
The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.
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