Job Description

A well-established and long-standing engineering company are currently seeking an Accounts Assistant to join the small team based in the Manchester office. The Accounts Assistant will be tasked with dealing with sales and purchase ledger, invoice queries and other general accounting duties. Experience with using SAGE is preferable.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience working within a busy, fast paced accounts environment. The opportunity is a full time permanent position and a background working as a finance administrator or accounts assistant with SAGE experience is desired.

Accounts Assistant Position Overview

• Maintaining the sales and purchase ledger on Sage
• Updating and maintaining Subcontractor statements and spreadsheets
• Processing payroll for a number of employees
• Answering calls and greeting visitors
• Photocopying, filing and a range of other administrative duties

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• At least 2 years in an accounts focused position • Knowledge of how to operate and process Construction Industry Scheme and DRC • Experience dealing with Sage and excel • Capable of multitasking in a fast paced environment • Experience of Sage is essential • Experience of Excel and Vlookup is desirable