Accounts Assistant

• Annual Salary: £26,000 - £28,000 per annum
• Job Type: Full-time

We are currently seeking a diligent Accounts Assistant to join our Accounts team of 4, reporting into the Financial Controller. The company is a thriving SME within the Medical industry. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting our finance department with day-to-day accounting tasks. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organised, and has a passion for finance.

• Assisting with the preparation of financial documents such as invoices, bills, and accounts payable and receivable.
• Completing purchase orders and managing payroll.
• Completing bank reconciliations.
• Entering financial information into appropriate software programs.
• Managing company ledgers.
• Coordinating internal and external audits.
• Verifying balances in account books and rectifying discrepancies.
• Handling accruals and prepayments.
• Managing monthly budgeting tasks.
• Encoding accounting entries for data processing.
• Sorting financial documents and posting them to the proper accounts.
• Reviewing computer reports for accuracy and meticulously tracing errors back to their source.

• Proven experience as an Accounts Assistant or in a similar role.
• Familiarity with finance regulations.
• Good maths and calculation skills to manage financial records.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with relevant computer software (e.g. SAP).
• Strong attention to detail and an ability to analyse large amounts of data.
• Qualifications (AAT, ACCA or equivalent) are preferred but not essential.

• Competitive salary range of £26k - £28k.
• Opportunity to work within a dynamic SME environment.
• Exposure to a variety of financial operations.
• Support for professional development.
• Hybrid working.
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (option to buy and sell)
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Employee discounts (gym membership, healthcare etc.)
• Life insurance.

To apply for this Accounts Assistant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.