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Accounts Assistant

Barclay Meade
Posted 6 hours ago, valid for 12 days
Location

Rugeley, Staffordshire WS15 3HB, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position is for an Accounts Assistant with a competitive salary offered, though the specific amount is not disclosed.
  • Candidates are required to have previous experience in a similar role and must be fully AAT qualified as a minimum.
  • Key responsibilities include assisting with the Purchase Ledger, payment forecasting, and managing credit card expenses using the Concur system.
  • The role demands excellent communication skills, strong numerical abilities, and the capacity to work under strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • This opportunity also provides flexible working arrangements and support for further finance education after a successful probation review.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assisting with the Purchase Ledger and covering for the finance assistant
  • Assisting with payment forecasting and payment runs
  • Managing credit card and cash expenses using the Concur system and providing necessary training and support
  • Reconciling supplier statements
  • Assisting with the month-end process, including accruals and prepayments, and preparing variance schedules
  • Providing cover for other relevant tasks within the department
  • Assisting with the Annual Audit
  • Carrying out any other duties as reasonably required by Management
Job Requirements:
  • Previous experience in a similar role is essential
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with personnel at all levels
  • Ability to work effectively under strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong numerical skills with excellent attention to detail
  • Fully AAT qualified as a minimum
  • Ability to work both as part of a team and on your own initiative
  • Knowledge of ERP systems such as IFS is preferred
  • Knowledge of Concur system is preferred
Benefits:
  • Competitive salary
  • Opportunity for professional development and training
  • Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and remote options
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment
  • Financial support towards further Finance education after a successful probation review

If you are an experienced Accounts Assistant ready to take the next step in your finance career, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team in Rugeley and contribute to safeguarding navies worldwide.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.