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Senior Accounts Assistant - Maternity Cover
Somerset
Package:
- Salary 33,000 pro rata
- 12 months maternity cover
- 20 days annual leave
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth
- Be part of a dynamic and innovative team dedicated to making a positive impact on the environment
Alecto Recruitment are currently working with a leading Renewables Specialist based in Somerset, who are looking to appoint a Senior Accounts Assistant for maternity cover, on a full time basis.
Reporting to the Finance Director, the Senior Accounts Assistant will play a crucial role in managing and overseeing the financial transactions and records of the company. This position involves preparing financial statements, reconciling accounts, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, excellent analytical skills, and hands-on experience with accounting software and tools.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records
- Managing the month-end process (producing monthly management accounts)
- Preparing quarterly VAT returns for review
- Preparing CIS returns through Xero
- Prepare and process sales invoices and other financial documents
- Responsible for credit control
- Assist in the preparation of financial reports and statements
- Assisting with the preparation of financial statements and budgets
- Any other ad hoc accounts and administrative tasks
Qualifications:
- AAT qualified or qualified to this level from experience
- Knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles
- Proficient with the use of MS Office, particularly Excel
- Experience in the utilities sector would be advantageous
- Experience with Xero accounting software
- A full UK driving licence with a maximum of 3 points
Skills:
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all tasks
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with team members and stakeholders
- Ability to identify issues and develop effective solutions
- Excellent organisational and time management skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
- Ability to work well within a team and support colleagues; be a team player with excellent communication skills
- Maintaining confidentiality and integrity of financial information
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
If you are passionate and have the skills necessary for this role, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV and Cover Letter to (url removed), or call direct on (phone number removed).
With interviews slots available next week and an immediate start available, I am looking to speak with candidates as soon as possible.
Alecto Recruitment are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. INDW
