Assistant Accountant
Holgates operates a collection of 10 beautiful holiday parks across Lancashire, Cumbria and the Ribble Valley serving a diverse audience of holiday home buyers, holidaymakers and locals.
Holgates has been a family owned business since 1956 and takes great pride in offering outstanding service, superb facilities, fabulous scenery and a relaxed lifestyle that keeps visitors coming back for more year after year.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for a part qualified, hardworking and enthusiastic Assistant Accountant to work as part of the finance team and report to the Finance Director. He/she will play a vital role in maintaining robust accounting records and driving the financial performance of the business, providing day to day financial support and administration to the Holgates group.
What hours will I work: 40 hours each week, to include occasional weekend duties on a rota.
Location: Silverdale Holiday Park
Rate: £30,000-£35,000
Who will you report to? Finance Director
Main Responsibilities
* Support with the preparation of the monthly management accounts pack and ad hoc reporting.
* Bank reconciliations, assist with cash flow reporting, and maintain the fixed asset register, including monthly reconciliations and depreciation journal entries.
* Support month-end processes, including the reconciliation of intercompany accounts, and production of stock valuation reports.
* Assist with monthly payroll preparation and processing.
* Assist in the preparation and maintenance of ledgers and journals.
* Support with AP and credit control as required.
Qualifications / Experience:
Essential
* Part-qualified in ACA/ACCA/CIMA or fully qualified AAT.
* Have min. 2 years relevant experience of working within a Finance Team, looking after the day-to-day company finances.
* Extensive IT systems experience with excellent IT skills, particularly Excel and accountancy software knowledge.
* Highly motivated, with a hands-on, can-do attitude and a professional manner.
* Able to analyse data with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
* Attention to detail and strong organisation skills.
Desirable
* Experience gained within an SME or owner-managed business would be advantageous but is not essential.
What are the Benefits?
* Part of an award winning team with pride in providing 5* holidays.
* Free gym membership for yourself and free use of our leisure facilities for yourself and your immediate family.
* 20% discount on holidays booked with Holgates at any of our 10 parks.
* Complimentary tea, coffee, and soft drinks for all staff whilst on duty and 50% off food for all staff and their immediate family.
* Uniform provided.
* Company Pension.
Is this job right for me?
This is a great opportunity for a driven, ambitious finance person who wants to progress their career and become a qualified accountant. If you are keen to work with a company where the facilities are of the highest standard, with real development opportunities for hard working, friendly and passionate people, then Holgates would love to hear from you.
How do I apply?
Simply click the link to submit your details and CV. We promise to contact all candidates within 72 hours of receipt of your application! We look forward to hearing from you!
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