Accounts Assistant Location: Warrington Salary: £27,000 - £30,000Study Support (AAT/ACCA/CIMA)24 Days Holiday Bank Holidays Private Medical InsuranceDeath in Service Are you an experienced Accounts Assistant looking to take the next big step in your career? We're working with a growing engineering company, offering an exciting opportunity for an Accounts Assistant to join their dynamic teamThis is a hands-on role where you'll take full ownership of both the purchase and sales ledger, with progression opportunities to take on month-end duties. You'll have the chance to work closely with the Financial Controller, gaining valuable experience and growing your skill set. Key Responsibilities: Handling all aspects of accounts receivable, including generating invoices, reconciling customer accounts, resolving queries, and managing communications. Managing credit control activities to optimisze cash flow and oversee effective cash management. Overseeing all elements of accounts payable, such as issuing purchase orders, reconciling supplier accounts, and resolving invoice discrepancies. Coordinating supplier payment runs in alignment with agreed credit terms. Processing and reconciling company credit card transactions against receipts. Managing employee expense claims, ensuring accurate reconciliation and adherence to company policies. Compiling payroll data and preparing it for submission to external accountants. Managing accruals and prepayments to ensure accurate financial reporting. Performing bank reconciliations to maintain up-to-date cash flow records. Preparing cash flow forecasts to support financial planning and decision-making. Conducting balance sheet reconciliations to verify financial accuracy Ideal Candidate; 2 years experience in an Accounts Assistant role essential Ideally studying or AAT qualified Keen to progress onto ACCA/CIMA This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive individual to step into a challenging, yet rewarding, role with lot's of potential for growth. Don't miss out - apply now