Your new company
I am working with a thriving family-run business, based in Longridge, Preston who are now looking to appoint an experienced Accounts Assistant to join their team on a permanent and full-time basis. They have a long-standing finance team, with a wonderful team culture and are looking for a candidate who wishes to advance their career.
Your new role
As Accounts Assistant, you will report to the Finance Director and be responsible for supporting the team in the daily accounting tasks. Your role will primarily involve preparation and processing of sales invoices, credit control, processing and checking monthly expenses and mileage claims. You will manage the monthly costing process, including producing monthly cost reports and assisting with filing of documentation and archiving processes. You will assist with purchase ledgers, subcontractors and payroll when required. Due to pending retirement within the team, this role will lead to an Assistant Accountant position. This is a full-time role, working Monday to Thursday 8:45am-5:00pm and on Fridays, 8:45am-3:30pm, based from their offices.
What you'll need to succeed
To be successful for this role, you will have experience of working in a similar role with a vision to move into a more well-rounded position. You will have good IT skills, with a strong attention to detail, with the ability to work in a fast paced team environment.
What you'll get in return
You will be offered a salary up to £27,000 alongside a package including:
- Working alongside a stable, steady and friendly team
- Annual leave entitlement is 25 days, plus BH's.
- Room to progress into a more senior role within the next 2 years - this is a great succession opportunity.
- CIMA / ACCA / ACA study support
What you need to do now
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