Accounts Assistant

Butler Rose

Posted 11 days ago, valid for 5 days

Plymouth, Devon PL7 1RF, England

Full Time

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Butler Rose is delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for an experienced Finance Assistant to join the finance team of a prominent and thriving business headquartered in Plymouth. This is an excellent role for a proactive and detail-oriented individual looking to make an impact in a dynamic environment.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Finance Management team, you will play a key role within the finance team, managing several cost centres and ensuring accurate and timely recording of expenditure. The role encompasses a variety of financial tasks, including cost analysis, invoice processing, and supporting budgeting activities.

Key Responsibilities

Cost Centre Management: Taking ownership of selected cost centres and balance sheet codes.
Financial Journals: Posting and evidencing monthly accruals, prepayments, and other journals as required.
Cost Analysis: Reviewing costs against budgets and reporting key variances to the Finance Manager.
Accounts Payable: Full accounts payable responsibilities for all property invoices using the company's data capture system.
Payment Preparation: Handling quarterly/monthly rent payment preparation.
Fixed Assets: Reviewing and posting transactions, including depreciation.
Budgeting & Forecasting: Supporting the preparation of budgets and reforecasts.
Month-End & Year-End Deadlines: Playing an active role in meeting critical financial deadlines.
Ad Hoc Tasks: Supporting the finance team with additional duties as required.

Skills & Requirements

Financial qualification (AAT or equivalent) is preferred.
Excellent communication and analytical skills.
Strong attention to detail and organisational abilities.
Proficiency in IT, particularly with intermediate/advanced Excel skills.

What's on Offer

Recognised and accredited accounting qualification support.
Pension scheme.
Long service awards.
Employee discount.
Cycle to work scheme.

If this role is of interest, please apply with a copy of your CV. If you require more information please contact Matt Jones on

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.