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Accounts Assistant

Adecco
Posted 12 hours ago, valid for 3 days
Location

Leek, Staffordshire ST13 6NQ, England

Salary

£12.5 per hour

Contract type

Part Time

Retirement Plan

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  • An exciting opportunity is available for an Accounts Assistant with a manufacturing company, ideal for detail-oriented and organized individuals.
  • This temporary part-time position offers working hours from Monday to Thursday, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with a competitive hourly rate starting at £12.50.
  • Candidates should have previous experience in a similar role or as an administrator, with proficiency in Sage and Excel preferred.
  • Key responsibilities include processing purchase orders, handling invoices, and maintaining ledgers, while ensuring accuracy and timely completion of tasks.
  • The role may initially last for 3-4 months but could be extended based on business needs.

Are you a detail-oriented and organised individual? We have an exciting opportunity as an Accounts Assistant that might be perfect for you!

Our client, a manufacturing company, is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Accounts Assistant to join their team. As the Accounts Assistant, you will provide essential support, helping to ensure the smooth running of day-to-day financial operations.

Contract Details:

  • Temporary position for 3-4 months initially, could be extended.
  • Part-time working hours. Monday-Thursday 9:00AM-3:00PM
  • Competitive hourly rate starting from £12.50PH.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist with the preparation and processing of purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.
  • Support the finance team with administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and document management.
  • Handle incoming invoices, ensuring they are properly coded, verified, and processed.
  • Liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve any queries or discrepancies.
  • Maintain purchase and sales ledgers.
  • Handle credit control responsibilities.
  • Record bank account entries and perform reconciliations.
  • Generate and issue sales invoices through third-party systems.
  • Run financial reports using Sage Accounts.
  • Process supplier payments at month-end.
  • Possess a strong understanding of VAT codes.
  • Have a solid grasp of the nominal structure and coding system.
  • Maintain and reconcile the petty cash and enter the transactions on the account's software and spreadsheets.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Previous experience in a similar role or as an administrator is desirable.
  • Proficient in using Sage and Excel.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills.
  • Positive and proactive approach to work.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to provide exceptional customer service.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Why Adecco:

* Annual leave entitlement* Perks at work - discount vouchers and points to spend* Support program with 24/7 helpline* Eye care vouchers* Competitive pension scheme

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

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.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

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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.