Accounts Assistant

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for a detail-oriented and organised Accounts Assistant to support the day-to-day financial operations of a busy and successful business. This is a varied role that would suit someone who enjoys taking ownership of finance administration while working closely with the wider team to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance.Key Responsibilities:\n

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• Reconcile bank, cash and credit card accounts.
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• Maintain debtor and creditor ledgers.
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• Prepare, submit and reconcile VAT returns.
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• Process monthly direct debit collections.
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• Post journals, including prepayments and accruals.
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• Complete account reconciliations through to trial balance at year end.
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• Ensure financial deadlines and statutory requirements are met.
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• Assist with monthly billing and invoicing.
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• Process payroll using Sage Payroll.
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• Provide general office support, including answering telephone enquiries and assisting with ad hoc administrative duties.
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Skills & Experience Required:\n

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• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar bookkeeping role.
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• Essential experience using Sage 50 Accounts.
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• Sage Payroll experience is desirable but not essential.
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• Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles and financial processes.
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• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and spreadsheet software.
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• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
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• Ability to manage workloads and meet deadlines.
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Qualifications (Desirable):\n

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• AAT qualification or equivalent.
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Benefits:\n

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• Salary up to £27,000.
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• 22 days annual leave.
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• Pension scheme.
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• Life insurance.
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• Free parking.
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• Convenient location close to Metro links.
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• Full-time, permanent position with a well-established business.
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