Accounts Assistant

ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT

MANCHESTER CITY CENTRE / HYBRID AFTER 3 MONTHS

£24,000 to £27,000 + AMAZING BENEFITS

THE COMPANY:

We're proud to be partnering with a highly successful and progressive business located in the heart of Manchester City Centre that is looking to recruit an Accounts Assistant in a newly created role.

The business has delivered on a significant number of innovative and impactful projects for well-known blue-chip companies both here in the UK and across several global locations.

As an Accounts Assistant, you'll be working closely with the Financial Controller and taking on responsibilities such as; Sales Ledger (10 per week) / Purchase Ledger (50 to 100 Per Week), Bank Reconciliation, Account Reconciliation, Setting Up Purchase Orders, Expenses, Credit Card Receipts and VAT Returns. This truly is a great all-round role.

So, if you're looking to be part of an amazing company that delivers outstanding results and prioritises team wellbeing and personal development, then don't miss this great opportunity.

THE ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT ROLE:

• As an Accounts Assistant / Finance Assistant, you'll be working within a small team of 3, working for a highly experienced Financial Controller and supporting the department.
• Responsible for creating Sales Invoices for clients (around 10 per week) and sending to clients, answering queries where required.
• Posting Purchase Ledger invoices­ (circa 50 to 100 per week), checking against Purchase Order / PO Numbers to ensure that they are accurate.
• Setting up PO Number and new suppliers on the system
• Liaising internally with departments with regards to Sales Ledger/Purchase Ledger queries
• Bank & Account Reconciliation to ensure the system is accurate.
• Management of Employee Expenses and the Credit Card Expenses.
• Assisting with the VAT Return.

THE PERSON:

• Must have experience in an Accounts Assistant or Finance Assistant role (or similar).
• Experience of Sales Ledger, Purchase Ledger and Bank Reconciliation is essential.
• Ideally have used Xero accounting software, but open to considering candidates who have used other modern accounting software.
• Proficient with MS Office, including MS Excel.
• Must be working towards AAT Level or be already working towards achieving the qualification.
• You'll need to be highly organised with a keen eye for deadlines and have the confidence to communicate with other departments.

TO APPLY: Please send your CV for the Accounts Assistant/Finance Assistant position via the advertisement for immediate consideration.

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