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Job Summary
My Client is seeking an experienced Assistant accountant to join our team on a full-time basis, working Monday-Friday 8:00am to 17:00 (40 Hours per week). The ideal candidate will assist in maintaining our company's financial operations, working closely with the Finance Manager to ensure accuracy and compliance with financial regulations. They will also have full responsibility for credit control and purchase ledger duties. Starting salary will be £28,000 per annum with a performance bonus of £1500 if targets met. Salaries are reviewed annually.
Duties
- Banking duties including daily posting of cash receipts and payments, also making payments in GBP and Forex currencies and reconciling accounts.
- Assist in preparation of financial reports and management accounts
- Assist with the purchase ledger data entry, ensuring all financial records are kept up to date
- Responsibility for credit control, reporting to the Finance Manager.
- Processing of employee expenses
- Assist with any Adhoc Finance and HR queries or tasks as requested
Requirements
- Proficiency in accounting software, preferably Sage
- Proficiency in IT, Microsoft Excel is essential
- AAT Qualified or solid accounting knowledge and previous experience is essential
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry