Job Description

Duties of the Accounts Assistant include:

*Supporting month end processes and VAT returns
*Processing sales and purchase invoices
*Daily and monthly bank reconciliations
*Resolving invoice and supplier queries
*Preparing monthly and quarterly client account statements
*Monitoring bad debt and actioning recovery processes where necessary
*Supplier management including rate negotiations

We're looking for someone who is actively studying towards a recognised accountancy qualification, and ideally who is mid-way through their AAT studies with the commitment to progress on to CIMA or ACCA. You will need at least 12 months general finance experience, specifically with supporting the production of monthly management accounts and good transactional finance skills including purchase ledger and credit control. Intermediate to advanced Excel skills are required, as well as the ability to reconcile statements accurately and investigate discrepancies.

The business is looking for a reliable, attentive and positive individual who is capable of managing their own workload and who has a genuine commitment to a career in finance.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The business is looking for a reliable, attentive and positive individual who is capable of managing their own workload and who has a genuine commitment to a career in finance.