Why come and work with us?
WASHCO is a leading company who supply and distribute laundry equipment. We pride ourselves on high values, and our commitment to our staff and customers alike. We're passionate about what we do and it's important to us that we work responsibly; looking after our employees, supporting the communities we work in and minimising our impact on the environment. We support, develop and value our staff, giving them the opportunity to be the best they can be.
We feel hard work should be rewarded, that is why our employee benefits include:
- Employee Discount (after a qualifying period)
- Generous Maternity and Paternity.
- An enhanced company pension scheme (subject to eligibility criteria).
- Generous holiday allowance calculated at 6.6 times your weekly contracted hours.
- Training and Development programs including fully funded apprenticeship opportunities.
- Support for community projects.
- Wellbeing support provided by the Retail Trust which is free to use for all our employees.
- Healthshield Cash Plan
- Life Insurance.
- Discounted Gym membership.
- Recognition for Long Service.
Assistant Accountant & Team Leader
We are looking for a motivated and experienced Finance team leader with a passion to succeed and develop their career. This role is office based 5 days per week.
WASHCO is an exciting and innovative company that has redefined how laundry services and equipment are delivered across the UK. We are continuing to grow and invest in the future, integrating new technologies and striving for ultimate efficiency. As we evolve, this role will play a critical part in shaping and delivering service operations aligned with our strategic ambitions.
We are passionate about innovation, people, and outstanding service—and we want you to grow with us.
What Does the Role Include?
- Accounts Payable & Receivable: Assist in the processing of invoices, payments, and receipts, ensuring accurate record-keeping and timely processing.
- General Ledger: Posting journal entries, reconciling accounts, and ensuring accuracy of financial transactions.
- Bank Reconciliation: Perform regular bank reconciliations, ensuring all transactions are recorded and discrepancies are resolved.
- Month-End Closing: Complete the month-end close, ensuring the month end TB is accurate with all month end journals posted.
- Expense Reporting: Review employee expense claims, ensuring compliance with company policies and proper documentation.
- VAT Returns: Preparing VAT returns.
- Fixed Asset Management: Maintain and update the fixed asset register, ensuring accurate recording of asset acquisitions, disposals, and depreciation.
- Ad Hoc Financial Tasks: Support the finance team with ad hoc tasks.
- Staff Reporting: Taking on reporting responsibility for the finance team.
What Skills and Experience Are Required?
- Accounting qualification such as AAT + 2 years’ experience in similar role.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics would be beneficial.
- Advanced excel skills.
- Effective in working as part of a team
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Ability to deal with high volume transactions.
As part of your application, please include a one-page cover letter outlining how your qualifications, career experience, and achievements make you the right fit for this exciting leadership role.
As a member of our friendly and energetic team, we are looking for an engaging personality to build rapport with colleagues, providing them with the best possible experience. You would be someone who shares our company values of Honesty, Respectfulness, Loyalty and Accountability.
When recruiting we always look for individuals who share our values and can add their personality. We encourage our teams to bring forward their ideas and help contribute to our business.
We are a company that values our staff and their work/life balance and therefore are happy to discuss flexible working opportunities to continue to gain specialist knowledge.
If you require any alternative application / interview arrangements please contact
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