Assistant Accountant

Reed

Posted 9 hours ago, valid for a month

Chorley, Lancashire PR7, England

£28,500 per annum

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

We are recruiting for an Assistant Accountant to join a leading distribution business in Chorley.
The company has been established for nearly 50 years and is a top supplier in the engineering and automotive sectors.
The role involves using Sage software for financial data management, processing accounts payable and receivable, and maintaining ledgers.
Candidates should have proven experience in finance or accounting, with strong knowledge of month-end processes and proficiency in accounting software.
The position offers a competitive salary of £28,500 per annum and is a permanent full-time role requiring relevant experience.

We are excited to be recruiting for an Assistant Accountant to join a leading distribution business based in Chorley.

Established for almost 50 years, this business has grown to become the UK's leading supplier within their market, supplying products to the engineering and automotive sectors.

This company prides itself on its warm and friendly atmosphere, ability to have fun together whilst working, and determination to provide excellent service to their customers.

Duties of the role:

Utilise accounting software (Sage) to manage financial data efficiently
Process accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely payments to suppliers
Maintaining sales and purchase ledgers
Bank and cash reconciliations
Vat return – run VAT reports, check calculations and allocations, make VAT payments
Production of monthly management accounts
The preparation of year-end financial statements, including all accruals and prepayments
Maintain employee records, attendance, and benefits administration
Process payroll
Process and maintain company pension scheme

Experience and Skills required

Proven experience within finance or accounting
Strong knowledge of month-end process and ledger management principles
Proficiency in accounting software; (Sage)
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting

We offer:

A highly competitive salary of £28,500 per annum
Pension Scheme
Permanent full-time position
Monday to Friday 8.30 am to 5.00 pm (negotiable)
23 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
Parking and easy access to rail and bus services

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