Job Title:           Accounts Assistant

Salary:               £27-£28.5k
Location:          Bromsgrove
Hours:               

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an organised and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join a busy and supportive Finance team. This is a varied role offering exposure to accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial administration, reporting, and month-end processes, making it ideal for someone looking to develop their career within finance. There is opportunity to grow within the business and also for study support.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and update accounting systems and spreadsheets.
• Process daily banking transactions, customer receipts, and supplier payments.
• Manage sales and purchase invoices, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately.
• Monitor customer accounts, carry out credit control activities, and allocate incoming payments.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve account discrepancies.
• Process employee expense claims and petty cash transactions.
• Assist with month-end reconciliations, accruals, prepayments, and management accounts preparation.
• Support budget preparation, forecasting, and statutory reporting requirements.
• Respond to finance-related queries from customers, suppliers, and colleagues.
• Maintain organised financial documentation and support process improvements within the department.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience within an accounts, finance, or finance administration role.
• Good understanding of accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Experience using Sage 200 or similar accounting software would be advantageous.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills, and numerical ability.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships.
• AAT qualification or studying towards AAT would be beneficial.

Why Apply?

• Join a busy, friendly and collaborative finance team
• Gain exposure to a broad range of accounting responsibilities
• Opportunity to develop your finance knowledge and career progression

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