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We're on the lookout for an enthusiastic Assistant Accountant to join a small, welcoming team in a role designed with progression in mind. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a dual role, combining finance tasks (approximately 70-80% of your responsibilities) with valuable administrative support. Full training and ongoing support will be provided to ensure you thrive and grow in this exciting position.
Key Responsibilities for the Assistant Accountant
- Process invoices and assist with payment runs (Accounts Payable)
- Support credit control and set up new customer accounts (Accounts Receivable)
- Reconcile bank accounts and company credit card transactions
- Prepare and submit VAT returns for UK and French entities (with guidance)
- Assist with payroll preparation for submission to an outsourced bureau
- Help with budgets, monthly reconciliations, and finance reports
- Support month-end processes and reporting
- Process sales orders, invoices, and credit notes
- Respond to customer calls and emails
- Maintain sales records and reports
- Liaise with production and dispatch teams as required
- Provide general admin support, including filing and post handling
Qualifications, Skills, and Experience
- AAT qualification and willing to study CIMA/ACCA
- Some administration experience
- A good level of MS Office skills, particularly Excel
- Strong attention to detail, organisational skills, and ability to multitask
- A team player with excellent communication skills
- Looking to progress into Accountant/Finance Manager
Benefits for the Assistant Accountant
- Salary up to £32,000 per annum, depending on experience
- Study support
- Hours: 8am-4:45pm (45-minute lunch)
- 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Pension
- Life Insurance
- Office-based (no hybrid working)
- Progression and learning opportunities
If you thrive in a varied role and enjoy working in a close-knit team, we'd love to hear from you
