We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established client based in Stourbridge, who are looking to add an Accounts Assistant to their friendly and supportive team. Our client prides themselves on having a small, friendly team with a positive working environment. The successful candidate will report directly to the Sales Manager or Support and Development Manager. The Role Sales and purchase ledger processing, reporting and reconciliation Credit control and stock control of publications Bank, card and cash reconciliations VAT recording, returns and reconciliations Processing salaries, expenses and pension payments, including controls and reconciliations (payroll currently outsourced) Supplier payments, controls and reconciliations Managing petty cash and charge cards with correct nominal coding Negotiation and management of annual supplier contracts and insurance policies Maintaining hire purchase agreements and the fixed assets register Preparing information for year-end accounts Liaising with external accountants and government bodies Candidate Requirements The successful candidate will ideally have: AAT Level 2 (Foundation Certificate in Accounting) Experience using Sage 50 Accounts Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook Working hours: Monday to Thursday: 08 00 Friday: 08 00 Benefits Competitive salary (dependent on experience) 24 days annual leave + bank holidays Additional birthday day off and Director