Accounts Assistant
This is an exciting opportunity for an Accounts Assistant to join this Colchester office. You will play a pivotal role in financial and accounting processes, working for a company that values your growth and professional development within the accounts department.
They are a one-stop shop for painting and decorating supplies, materials, tools and accessories. With many years of experience, they provide a huge range of trade-quality paints and painting accessories from all the major brands to both a trade and retail customer based.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Support with the preparation of Monthly Management Accounts and month end duties, ensuring relevant schedules and deadlines are met
- Preparation of balance sheet and cashbook reconciliations
- Month end journals
- Preparation of VAT return
- Analysis to support the budgeting, forecasting and benchmarking process
- Preparation or support with reporting
- Provide support during internal and external audits
- Other Ad-hoc work/projects as and when required
What We're Looking For:
- At least 3 years of experience in a finance department
- A dedicated team player who thrives on continuous improvement
- Familiar with using computerised financial systems and software
- Excellent attention to detail and numeracy with the ability to be efficient and accurate
- Good communication skills at all levels
- Computer literate with a strong knowledge of Excel, Outlook and Word
Benefits:
- Competitive and negotiable salary, depending on experience.
- Annual leave - 29 days holiday
- Free, on-site parking
- A positive working environment with the opportunity of career progression within a fast-growing company
- Employee recognition and reward scheme, bonus scheme.
- Excellent learning and development opportunities