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Assistant Accountant

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Posted 12 days ago, valid for a month
Location

Wigan, Lancashire WN5 0RA

Salary

£18,000 - £25,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

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  • Salary: Up to £30k
  • Experience Required: Early stages studier or keen to start studying ACCA or CIMA
  • Location: Wigan
  • Responsibilities include processing invoices, payments, reconciliations, and supporting financial operations
  • Requirements: Degree in Accounting or Finance, understanding of financial principles, proficiency in MS Office and accounting software

We're searching for a proficient Financial Accountant to join our Accounting & Finance department. The successful candidate will be responsible for handling financial transactions, maintaining financial records and preparing monthly financial reports.

Client Details

Based in Wigan our client is a global entity, who pride themselves on working to the highest standards, ensuring quality, safety, and effectiveness. Their products are marketed worldwide through a network of leading companies and distributors.

Description

Join our clients welcoming finance team as an Assistant Accountant and play a crucial role in their financial operations. They are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive individual to manage supplier invoices, payments, and reconciliations. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Processing non-PO invoices, credit card transactions, and expenses in SAP, ensuring adherence to HMRC regulations.
  • Matching supplier invoices with purchase orders and goods receipts to ensure accuracy.
  • Addressing supplier queries and maintaining precise supplier account records.
  • Managing payment proposals, executing bank transfers, and handling urgent payment requests.
  • Overseeing daily bank postings and supporting cash flow forecasting efforts.
  • Pursuing overdue invoices and obtaining missing remittance advices.
  • Preparing monthly reconciliations and contributing to budgetary control.
  • Assisting with year-end audits and driving process improvements.

Profile

A successful Assistant Accountant should have:

  • A degree in Accounting or Finance.
  • Early stages studier or keen to start studying ACCA or CIMA
  • Excellent understanding of financial statistics and accounting principles.
  • Working knowledge of all statutory legislation and regulations.
  • Proficiency in MS Office and accounting software.
  • Strong understanding of business and income tax worksheets and computations.

Job Offer

  • A competitive salary up to £30k
  • Opportunities for professional development within the organisation
  • Flexible working hours
  • Hybrid working
  • A positive and innovative work environment.
  • Generous holiday leave.
  • Access to company-wide support and training.

We encourage all candidates who meet the above criteria to apply and become a part of our thriving team in Wigan.

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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.