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Accounts Assistant

Talentedge
Posted 18 days ago, valid for 4 days
Location

Preston, Lancashire PR4 0AS, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Accounts Assistant position is based in Preston with hybrid working, requiring 2-3 days in the office and a 2 PM finish on Fridays.
  • The salary for this role is up to £30,000, accompanied by 27 days of holiday, study support, pension, and private healthcare benefits.
  • Candidates should ideally have 1-2 years of experience in a growing SME or the ability to thrive in a small team and dynamic environment.
  • Key responsibilities include managing accounts payable and receivable, expense management, bank reconciliation, and assisting with month-end processes.
  • The role offers significant exposure and the opportunity to progress to Management Accountant within 2-3 years, with study support for AAT and further qualifications.

Accounts Assistant

Based: Preston - hybrid working 2-3 days office & 2pm Friday finish!

Salary - up to £30k + 27 days holiday + stats, study support (AAT then onto CIMA/ACCA), pension, private healthcare, opportunity to progress to Management Accountant in near future

We are exclusively working with a fantastic, rapidly expanding SME led by an entrepreneurial owner forecasting quadrupling revenues in the next 3 years. Working under a fantastic CFO we know very well, this is a great role offering wide-ranging exposure, study support & the opportunity to be Management Accountant in the next 2-3 years. Given they are an SME, you will be involved in everything from transactional finance up to month end and a number of projects to enhance your skills

Role:

  • Accounts Payable and Receivable: Process invoices, reconcile accounts, manage payment schedules and credit control.
  • Expense Management: Review and process employee expense claims, ensuring compliance with company policies.
  • Bank Reconciliation: Daily reconcile bank statements and resolve discrepancies.
  • Assist with Month-End Close: Prepare journal entries and support month-end processes.
  • Support Audits: Collaborate with auditors during internal and external audits.
  • Assist with monthly payroll and pensions
  • Project work with the FD including implementation of new system, updating processes regularly
  • General Administrative Tasks: Assist with filing, record-keeping, and other administrative duties as needed.

Qualifications

  • AAT studying essential - Level 3-4 ideal with study support provided
  • Experience in a growing SME desirable OR ability to work in a small team & changing environment
  • Software Proficiency - good with systems, XERO experience beneficial not essential
  • Attention to Detail: Accuracy in data entry and financial calculations.
  • Communication Skills: Ability to work effectively within a team and communicate clearly.
  • Adaptability: Willingness to learn and adapt to changing tasks and priorities.

Please send your CV for immediate consideration!

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