Accounts Assistant
Posted 17 days ago by Quest Employment
£25,000 - £28,000 Annual
Permanent
Not Specified
Other
Northamptonshire, Kettering, United Kingdom, NN141
Job Description
Are you a detail-oriented finance professional seeking an opportunity to showcase your skills in a dynamic environment and progress your career? Look no further! We're currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Accounts Assistant to join our client's team.
Hours:
- Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm (flexible start and finish times)
Benefits:
- Free on-site parking
- Progression opportunities (no glass ceiling)
- Performance-based quarterly bonuses
Duties:
- Handle VAT, Payroll, Purchase ledgers, Sales ledgers, Bank transactions, Month-end reconciliation, and adjustment activities for assigned clients.
- Ensure all financial transactions are processed accurately and in a timely manner.
- Collaborate with team members to support month-end and year-end closing processes.
- Maintain comprehensive and organized records of financial transactions and documentation.
- Review the work of junior members of staff, including mentoring.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Minimum of 5+ GCSEs including Maths and English.
- Proficiency in MS Excel.
- AAT Level 4 or ACCA, CIMA, ACA etc., qualified or part-qualified.
- At least 3 years of experience in accountancy and finance roles.
- Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, and Sage.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.