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Company: Foxgroves Recruitment (on behalf of a leading company)
Location: Outside Kendal
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: £23,500 per annum
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm
About the RoleFoxgroves Recruitment is pleased to be recruiting on behalf of a reputable company located just outside Kendal. We are looking for an organised and diligent Accounts Assistant to join their finance team. This role is perfect for someone with a keen eye for detail and a passion for numbers, looking to grow their career in finance.
Key Duties:- Bookkeeping: Accurately recording financial transactions and maintaining up-to-date financial records.
- Accounts Payable/Receivable: Processing invoices, managing supplier payments, and ensuring timely collection of receivables.
- Bank Reconciliation: Reconciling bank statements to ensure all records are accurate and up to date.
- Payroll Support: Assisting with payroll calculations and ensuring all employees are paid correctly and on time.
- Expense Reporting: Processing expense claims and ensuring compliance with company policies.
- VAT and Tax Returns: Assisting in the preparation and submission of VAT returns and other tax-related documents.
- Financial Reporting: Supporting the preparation of financial reports and statements.
- Data Entry: Entering and updating financial data in the companys accounting software.
- Administrative Support: Providing general administrative support to the finance team as needed.
- Educational Background: A Level in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. AAT qualification or studying towards it is a plus.
- Experience: Previous experience in an accounting or finance role is preferred.
- Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and experience with accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks).
- Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.
- Organisational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and meet deadlines.
- Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Team Player: Ability to work well within a team and support colleagues.
