Salary: £27k - 28.5k per year
Reference: 0000549123
Job Title: Accounts Assistant
Salary: Up to £30k
Location: Redditch
Hours: 8.30am-4.30pm
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an organised and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join a busy and supportive Finance team. This is a varied role offering exposure to accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial administration, reporting, and month-end processes, making it ideal for someone looking to develop their career within finance. There is opportunity to grow within the business and also for study support.
Key Responsibilities
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Maintain accurate financial records and update accounting systems and spreadsheets.
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Process daily banking transactions, customer receipts, and supplier payments.
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Manage sales and purchase invoices, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately.
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Monitor customer accounts, carry out credit control activities, and allocate incoming payments.
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Reconcile supplier statements and resolve account discrepancies.
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Process employee expense claims and petty cash transactions.
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Assist with month-end reconciliations, accruals, prepayments, and management accounts preparation.
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Support budget preparation, forecasting, and statutory reporting requirements.
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Respond to finance-related queries from customers, suppliers, and colleagues.
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Maintain organised financial documentation and support process improvements within the department.
Skills & Experience
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Previous experience within an accounts, finance, or finance administration role.
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Good understanding of accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
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Strong Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
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Experience using Sage 200 or similar accounting software would be advantageous.
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Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills, and numerical ability.
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Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships.
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AAT qualification or studying towards AAT would be beneficial.
Why Apply?
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Join a busy, friendly and collaborative finance team
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Gain exposure to a broad range of accounting responsibilities
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Opportunity to develop your finance knowledge and career progression
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35 days including bank holidays
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Free parking
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