Sector | Accounts
Vacancy Type | Full time
Job Type | Permanent
Location | Wirral
Assistant Accountant
Ref: CS856
Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 per annum
What’s in it for you!
• Salary £30-32k pa
• Monday – Thursday 8am – 5pm, Fridays 8am – 12.30pm (38.5 hour week)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Office based role.
Why we’d work there!
• Join a stable, friendly team with a low staff turnover.
• This will be a long term job for a person who wants to settle into a business
What you’ll do
• Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts
• Support the Accountant with budgeting and forecasting processes
• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger
• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals and prepayments
• Perform bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
• Responsible for accounts receivable, posting invoices and credit control.
• Assist with accounts payable.(holiday cover only)
• Process supplier invoices and ensure timely payments
• Monitor customer accounts and follow up on outstanding balances
• Support payroll processing and related reconciliations
• Assist in the preparation and submission of VAT returns
• Maintain fixed asset register and calculate depreciation
• Help ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls
• Assist with year-end audit preparation and liaise with external auditors
• Prepare financial reports and analysis as required
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation
• Support continuous improvement of accounting processes and systems
• Provide general administrative support to the finance department
Experienced Needed
• Previous experience in an accounting or finance role
• Experience in SAGE 200
• AAT qualified or studying (or equivalent) preferred
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication skills
How to apply!
Email your CV to admin@jfrecruit.co.uk
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