Finance Assistant

Accounts Assistant

Malvern

25,000p/a

Full time

About Us:

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic, energetic, and proactive Accounts Assistant to join their team and contribute positively to the finance operations.

Why This Role?

This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for anyone looking to start a career in finance or currently pursuing AAT qualifications. With exposure to a wide range of accounting functions, this role offers valuable hands-on experience, making it ideal for early career professionals eager to build a foundation in finance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Purchase Ledger Management: Process purchase invoices, track orders, resolve discrepancies, and maintain accurate records.
• Student Billing: Create and manage invoices on Xero
• Bank and Ledger Reconciliations: Perform monthly reconciliations, ensuring accurate data entry and coding in Sage.
• Financial Data Handling: Support with month-end journals, accruals, prepayments, and create monthly creditor lists.
• Credit Card and Expenses Management: Reconcile credit card payments, track expenses, and analyse financial data.
• Payroll Processing: Manage monthly payroll, handle statutory year-end returns, address staff queries, and update pension information.
• Administrative Support: Handle staff onboarding, DBS checks, payroll queries, and ensure GDPR-compliant file maintenance.
• Other Duties: Support utility contract renewals, assist with petty cash, and provide ad hoc financial assistance as required.

Qualifications:

• Experience: An ideal role for those at the beginning of their finance career; prior accounting experience is helpful but not required. Experience with Xero and Sage is an advantage.
• Education: AAT students are encouraged to apply; this role offers relevant experience to complement your studies.
• Skills: Strong organisational abilities, meticulous attention to detail, and excellent communication skills.

This is a full time permanent position with a salary of 25,000p/a.

For more information on this position please contact Harriet at Four Squared Recruitment.