Accounts Assistant Vacancy
(Ref: R&P-ACCASSIST0425)
Location: Swindon, Wiltshire
Type: Full Time
Category: Commercial, Industrial, Government, Health Care, Local Authority, Education
Rate of Pay: £Competitive Salary (Negotiable)
The Company: Roberts & Prowse based in Elgin Ind Estate, Swindon, Wiltshire are a Mechanical and Electrical Services Contractor who operate throughout the Home Counties, South West & South East of the UK. Due to sustained success and growth, we are recruiting for an Accounts Assistant to join our busy team.
The Role: We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to support the Accounts team within our Swindon Head Office. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to progress their career within a supportive, team-focused environment.
Duties and Responsibilities:
* Accounts Payable: Processing supplier and subcontractor invoices, maintaining accurate purchase ledger records and assisting with supplier and subcontractor payments.
* Accounts Receivable: Raising sales invoices, updating the sales ledger and assisting with credit control procedures.
* Bank and Credit Card Reconciliations: Assisting with regular reconciliations to ensure accurate financial records.
* Intercompany Transactions: Supporting the recording and reconciliation of intercompany balances.
* CIS and VAT Returns: Assisting in the preparation and submission of VAT and Construction Industry Scheme returns in line with HMRC deadlines.
* Payroll Support: Providing administrative assistance for payroll processing when required.
* Centralised Buying: Assisting with supplier purchase orders and raising jobs on our internal software (Eque2).
* General Accounts Admin: Filing, data entry, archiving and supporting the wider accounts team with ad hoc tasks as needed.
* Software Proficiency: Working with Sage Line 50 and MS Excel for day-to-day finance operations. Sage Job Costing experience is desirable but not essential; Eque2 Construction Accounting software experience is desirable.
Our Offer:
* £Competitive Salary (Negotiable)
* Company Pension Scheme
* 33 days holiday per year (inclusive of eight recognised Bank Holidays)
* Private Healthcare
* Industry training and development opportunities
The Person: To succeed in this role, you should be organised, enthusiastic and eager to build your career in accounting. You will work closely with our experienced accounts professionals and gain hands-on experience across a wide range of accounting tasks.
Key attributes and qualifications include:
* Previous experience in an accounts or finance support role is desirable.
* AAT Level 2/3 or equivalent qualification (or currently working towards) would be an advantage.
* Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
* Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Accounts Software as listed previously.
* Good communication and interpersonal skills.
* Willingness to learn and develop new skills.
* A proactive and team-oriented attitude.
* Must be able to successfully achieve (BPSS) Baseline Personnel Security Standard military clearance.
* A full UK driving licence is essential for this role, as occasional travel may be required.
How to Apply:
Ready to join our team and make a difference? Please submit your CV below.
We are excited to learn more about you and your skills! If your application is shortlisted, a member of our recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the next steps. Thank you for considering Roberts & Prowse as your next career move.
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