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Job Specification: Group Assistant Accountant
Company: HERMEQLocation: Smethwick (On-site, 5 days a week)Salary: £24,000 - £28,000 + Study Support Study Support ProvidedFree On-site Parking
About the Role:
HERMEQ is seeking a proactive and ambitious Assistant Accountant with a strong focus on Purchase Ledger, Expenses, and Goods Received Not Invoiced (GRNI). This is an excellent opportunity for an aspiring finance professional who is looking to grow their skills in a fast-paced environment. The role will provide study support and exposure to month-end tasks to support ongoing learning and career development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Process purchase invoices accurately and efficiently, ensuring proper authorisation and coding.
- Maintain and reconcile the Purchase Ledger, addressing discrepancies and resolving queries.
- Manage employee expenses, ensuring compliance with company policies.
- Assist in the GRNI reconciliation process.
- Support the month-end closing process, including preparing accruals and prepayments.
- Assist with bank reconciliations and cashbook postings.
- Liaise with suppliers and internal departments to ensure smooth processing of transactions.
- Contribute to process improvements and efficiencies within the finance function.
- Provide general support to the finance team as required.
Key Requirements:
- Some experience in a finance role, ideally within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of purchase ledger processes.
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
- A desire to learn and develop within the finance function.
If you are a motivated and ambitious finance professional looking for a role that offers career progression and development, we would love to hear from you!
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