Average Accounts Assistant salary in Rugby

Job DescriptionAccounts AssistantThis is an excellent opportunity for an Accounts Assistant to join the Finance team of an established venue in a varied, all-round role. Working as part of a close-knit Finance team, you'll support a range of day-to-day accounting activities including invoice processing, account queries, bank reconciliations and general finance administration.The business is looking to strengthen the Finance function as it continues to develop, providing additional capacity and support across the team. The role would suit someone with a broad understanding of transactional finance who is happy to work across different areas and provide support where required.About the RoleAs an Accounts Assistant, you'll join a Finance team currently consisting of 3 people. The team is moving towards clearer ownership of different areas, while continuing to provide cover and support across the wider Finance function.Your responsibilities will include processing invoices, dealing with invoice and account queries, completing bank reconciliations and supporting the team with general finance administration.The role offers good variety, with the opportunity to gain exposure across different areas of Finance rather than being focused solely on one transactional process. While there will be clearer ownership within the team, a broad finance skill set and willingness to support colleagues will be important.This is a fully office-based position in Daventry, working Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm.Key ResponsibilitiesProcess invoices accurately and efficiently.Deal with invoice and account queries from internal and external contacts.Complete bank reconciliations and assist with maintaining accurate financial records.Provide general finance administration and day-to-day support to the Finance team.Support different areas of transactional Finance as required.Provide cover and assistance to colleagues across the Finance function.Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial information.Assist with the smooth running of day-to-day Finance processes.Work collaboratively with the wider Finance team to ensure workloads are managed effectively.Take ownership of allocated responsibilities while remaining flexible to support the wider team.Key RequirementsPrevious experience within an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant or similar transactional Finance role.Good understanding of general accounting and Finance processes.Experience processing invoices and dealing with account queries.Experience completing bank reconciliations is desirable.Good attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.Good organisational and time management skills.Confident communicator with the ability to work effectively with colleagues and other contacts.Comfortable working across a varied Finance role rather than being restricted to one area.Flexible and willing to provide support across the Finance team when required.Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel.Reliable, proactive and able to work as part of a small team.Willingness to learn and develop within a broader Finance environment.If you're interested in this role, please apply with your most recent CV as soon as possible.Interviews will be taking place at the start of October.

SF Partners are recruiting for a Management Accountant to join a well-established and successful business based in Rugby. This is a great opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to develop their management accounting experience within a supportive finance team. You'll gain exposure across the wider business, working closely with operational stakeholders and playing an active role in monthly reporting, budgeting and financial analysis. The Role Reporting into the Finance Director, your responsibilities will include: Supporting the preparation of monthly management accounts Producing balance sheet reconciliations and maintaining accurate financial records Assisting with budgeting and forecasting Preparing variance analysis and providing commentary on financial performance Working with operational teams to understand performance and provide financial support Supporting month-end and year-end processes Assisting with cash flow reporting and financial planning Helping to improve reporting, processes and financial controls Supporting the wider finance team with ad-hoc analysis and projects About You We're looking for someone who: Is qualified or actively studying towards ACCA or CIMA Has experience within a management accounts or similar finance role Has strong Excel and analytical skills Is comfortable working with stakeholders outside of finance Is proactive, organised and keen to develop commercially Wants to progress towards becoming a qualified accountant This is an excellent opportunity to join an established Rugby-based business offering good exposure, development and the chance to build your career as you progress through your professional qualification.

Accounts AssistantLocation: Rugby / DIRFTFull-time | 40 hours per weekPermanentMacildowie are delighted to be partnering with a growing, privately owned property and development business to recruit an Accounts Assistant into their finance team.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied, hands-on finance role and wants to join an energetic, fast-moving and down-to-earth business.Working closely with the Financial Controllers and wider finance team, you'll take responsibility for a broad range of transactional accounting duties across several group companies. The role offers plenty of variety, covering both purchase and sales ledger activity alongside credit control, cashbooks, reconciliations and general finance support.The RoleYour responsibilities will include:Setting up and maintaining customer accounts and producing sales invoicesInvestigating and resolving customer queriesReviewing customer accounts and chasing outstanding debtsProcessing purchase invoices and credit card receiptsReconciling supplier statementsManaging multiple purchase ledger inboxes and responding to invoice queriesSetting up cashbook paymentsMaintaining cashbooks and completing weekly bank reconciliationsEnsuring invoices receive the correct VAT and CIS treatmentProducing ad hoc project spend reportsFiling and maintaining finance documentationSupporting the year-end audit processProviding wider administrative and finance support as requiredWhat We're Looking ForWe're looking for someone who is practical, enthusiastic and comfortable rolling their sleeves up as part of a close-knit team.You'll ideally have:Previous experience within an accounts or transactional finance roleStrong attention to detailGood communication and relationship-building skillsThe ability to manage your own workload and work to deadlinesConfidence balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentA proactive, flexible and resilient approachIntermediate Excel skillsExperience using COINS, Sage 50 and/or Xero would be advantageous, although it isn't essential.The business is also forward-thinking in its approach to technology, so an interest in using AI tools such as ChatGPT to improve or automate accounting processes would be particularly welcome.Why Apply?This is an opportunity to join a growing organisation where you'll be part of a small, dedicated team and have exposure to a genuinely varied range of finance activities.If you're an Accounts Assistant looking for a broad role within a fast-paced, personable and hands-on environment, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today or contact Macildowie for a confidential conversation about the opportunity.