Job Specification: Group Assistant Accountant Company: HERMEQ Location: Smethwick (On-site, 5 days a week) Salary: £24,000 - £28,000 Study Support Study Support Provided Free On-site Parking About the Role: HERMEQ is seeking a proactive and ambitious Assistant Accountant with a strong focus on Purchase Ledger, Expenses, and Goods Received Not Invoiced (GRNI). This is an excellent opportunity for an aspiring finance professional who is looking to grow their skills in a fast-paced environment. The role will provide study support and exposure to month-end tasks to support ongoing learning and career development. Key Responsibilities: Process purchase invoices accurately and efficiently, ensuring proper authorisation and coding. Maintain and reconcile the Purchase Ledger, addressing discrepancies and resolving queries. Manage employee expenses, ensuring compliance with company policies. Assist in the GRNI reconciliation process. Support the month-end closing process, including preparing accruals and prepayments. Assist with bank reconciliations and cashbook postings. Liaise with suppliers and internal departments to ensure smooth processing of transactions. Contribute to process improvements and efficiencies within the finance function. Provide general support to the finance team as required. Key Requirements: Some experience in a finance role, ideally within a manufacturing environment. Strong understanding of purchase ledger processes. Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities. A desire to learn and develop within the finance function. If you are a motivated and ambitious finance professional looking for a role that offers career progression and development, we would love to hear from you Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.