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Accounts Assistant

Adecco
Posted 13 hours ago, valid for 10 days
Location

Kendal, Cumbria LA9 6DQ, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Accounts Assistant position in Kendal offers an opportunity to support a vibrant Landscape Architecture and Planning practice with various accounting and administrative tasks.
  • Candidates should have prior accounts experience, though those with a strong willingness to learn are also encouraged to apply.
  • Key responsibilities include expense management, data entry, project invoicing, credit control, bank reconciliation, and client liaison.
  • The role requires proficiency in Microsoft Office and Sage 50, along with strong organisational skills and a positive team-oriented attitude.
  • The salary for this position is competitive, and candidates are expected to have some relevant experience, preferably in accounting.

Job Title: Accounts Assistant

Location: Kendal

About Us:

Join our vibrant Landscape Architecture and Planning practise, where we believe that every team member plays a crucial role in our success. We are seeking an enthusiastic Accounts Assistant to support our busy office with a variety of accounting and administrative duties. If you have a positive attitude and a willingness to learn, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

As an Accounts Assistant, your role will involve:

  • Expense Management: Matching and batching receipts for expenses and credit cards.
  • Data Entry: Posting expenses, credit card transactions, and purchase ledger invoices using Sage 50.
  • Project Invoicing: Posting subcontractor invoices onto projects via our timesheet entry system, Coretime.
  • Credit Control: Chasing debtor invoices with customers and maintaining daily debtor reports.
  • Bank Reconciliation: Performing reconciliations to ensure accuracy in financial records.
  • Reporting: Generating weekly utilisation reports to track project efficiency.
  • Client Liaison: Invoicing clients and collaborating with project managers for seamless operations.
  • Administrative Support: Assisting with ad hoc accounts and administrative duties, including setting up projects on Coretime and providing holiday cover for team members.
  • Health and Safety Assistance: Supporting health and safety tasks in the office as required.

What We're Looking For:

  • Experience: While prior accounts experience is preferable, we are open to candidates who demonstrate a strong willingness to learn and grow in this role.
  • Organisational Skills: You must be able to organise and prioritise your workload effectively, adapting to changing work patterns with ease.
  • Technical Proficiency: A competent user of Microsoft Office Suite and experience with Sage 50 is essential.
  • Team Player: A positive approach to teamwork is crucial. You will be working closely with the Finance Manager, Assistant Accountant, and part-time Administrative Assistant.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.