Location: Walsall Salary: £26,000 - £32,000 (DOE) Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent Marks Sattin are supporting a reputable construction business based in Walsall, by adding an Accounts Assistant to a busy finance team. We are looking for an experienced, dedicated individual to join the business and support with financial operations. Key Duties: Assist in preparing financial statements and management reports. Process incoming invoices and ensure timely payments. Verify and reconcile invoices with purchase orders and delivery notes. Manage accounts payable and receivable functions. Monitor and follow up on outstanding payments and invoices. Investigate and resolve discrepancies. Maintain accurate records of expenses. Assist in the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts. Support month-end and year-end closing activities. Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations. Maintain organised and accurate financial records and documentation. Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies. Provide administrative support to the finance team as needed. Assist with ad-hoc financial projects and tasks. Liaise with suppliers, contractors, and other stakeholders regarding financial matters. Communicate effectively with internal teams to resolve financial issues. Our ideal candidate: At least two years of experience in a similar role Actively studying toward finance or accounting qualifications AAT/CIMA/ACCA You'll be able to demonstrate good Excel skills. Previous experience of using Xero or other cloud-based accounting software is an advantage. You'll have great attention to detail and an ability to communicate financial information in an understandable format. Please apply for a chat in regard to the position and keen to find out what you are looking for in the market. Do not forget we offer a referral scheme. £250 voucher for every successful candidate you recommend. Why not make some money & support your friend. For application and accessibility support, please contact your local Marks Sattin office. We're committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients, please visit https://privacy for our privacy policy.