Accounts Assistant
I am currently recruiting on behalf of my prestigious client, based in Skegness, for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join on a full-time, permanent basis.
The successful applicant will work closely with the Finance Director to deliver the company's accounting processes.
You will carry out the payment function for the company day-to-day. You must therefore be experienced and confident in dealing with all aspects of the job role as listed below.
You must also be confident liaising with colleagues and third parties both in person and by telephone. You will be someone who can be fully trusted to maintain the confidentiality and security of the company's financial data.
About the role:
1. Maintaining and checking office and client ledgers
2. Ensuring the company's bank accounts and payments match up by performing bank reconciliations
3. Reconciling bank statements and petty cash against invoices
4. Working with the HR Director and external accountants to process staff salaries on a monthly basis and deal with employee mileage payments in conjunction with HR
5. Maintain internal systems of control including filing, computerised records and reporting sheets
6. Producing daily, weekly and monthly financial reports as requested by the Senior Directors
7. Working with the Finance Director and external accountants to submit quarterly and year-end VAT returns
8. Proactively checking and processing all payment requests in a timely manner, and agree payment transfers
9. Monitor Purchase Ledger and liaise with the HR Director to check payments have been authorised
10. Manage financial obligations to suppliers and other 3rd parties
11. Take client payments either by phone or in person
12. Submit digital VAT information on a quarterly basis
Hours and Pay:
* Monday to Friday
* Salary up to £30,000 - dependent on experience
About you:
1. Proven 2-years Accounts/Finance experience is essential
2. Xero/QuickBooks or Sage accounting experience is also desired
3. VAT preparation experience would be advantageous
4. Experience of annual audit and inspection processes
5. Competent daily user of Microsoft Office and Excel
6. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
7. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
8. Ability to meet deadlines and targets
9. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
10. Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
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